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Montreal council passes 54–6 pro-Palestinian solidarity motion

8/25/2026

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Montreal city council adopted a motion affirming solidarity with Palestinians, passing 54-6.
The amendment removed language denouncing apartheid, genocide and suspending ties with Israel.
Mayor Soraya Martinez Ferrada’s administration proposed the changes.
Councillors voted 38-22 to adopt the proposed changes.
The final text urges Ottawa and Quebec to lead solidarity efforts for Palestinian civilians.

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Story summary

Montreal city council adopted a motion affirming solidarity with Palestinians, passing 54-6.
The amendment removed language denouncing apartheid, genocide and suspending ties with Israel.
Mayor Soraya Martinez Ferrada’s administration proposed the changes.
Councillors voted 38-22 to adopt the proposed changes.
The final text urges Ottawa and Quebec to lead solidarity efforts for Palestinian civilians.