Ottawa’s foreign ministry has admitted to an error in issuing a statement advising all Canadians to leave the Middle East due to rising tensions between Israel and Iran. The Department of Global Affairs initially released the advisory on Friday but later retracted it, urging Canadians to instead consult existing travel warnings for specific conflict zones.
The initial advisory caused confusion among Canadians abroad, as it suggested a blanket evacuation rather than targeted guidance for high-risk areas. The ministry has since clarified that while travel to certain regions remains highly discouraged, the original statement was mistakenly broad in scope.
The retraction comes amid heightened hostilities between Israel and Iran, with both nations exchanging missile strikes. Canada’s government has condemned Iran’s attack on Israel while calling for restraint from both sides. Prime Minister Mark Carney has convened the National Security Council to assess the situation and ensure the safety of Canadian nationals and diplomatic missions in the region.
Global Affairs Canada now directs Canadians to consult specific country travel advisories rather than a general call to leave the Middle East. The ministry has not provided details on how the error occurred but emphasized the importance of staying informed through official channels.
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