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Lebanese PM Urges Caution Amid Rising Regional Tensions

                                                       Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam has issued a firm warning against pulling the country into what he described as “adventures” that could endanger national security and unity. His remarks come at a moment of heightened regional volatility following coordinated strikes by Israel and the United States on Iran.  Salam emphasized the gravity of the situation, urging all Lebanese factions to act with “wisdom and patriotism” and to prioritize the interests of the nation above external pressures or political agendas. Though he did not name Hezbollah directly, his message was widely interpreted as a caution to the Iran‑backed group, which has historically been involved in conflicts with Israel and has signaled it may not remain neutra...
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Rising Tensions Prompt Ottawa to Urge Vigilance Among Canadians in the Middle East

Residents are evacuated from a building hit by a projectile in Tirat Hacarmel, northern Israel, Saturday, Feb. 28, 2026. No injuries were reported.


Canadians living or travelling in the Middle East are being urged to remain highly vigilant as regional tensions escalate. Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand issued the warning following renewed instability linked to stalled nuclear negotiations between the United States and Iran, as well as an increased American military presence in the region. 

Anand emphasized that Canadians in Iran, in particular, should consider leaving if they can do so safely, noting that the situation could deteriorate quickly. The warning comes amid threats of military action from the United States should Iran fail to agree to a nuclear deal, while Iran maintains its right to enrich uranium for peaceful purposes. 

The Canadian government continues to monitor developments closely and advises citizens across the broader region to follow local guidance, stay alert, and take necessary precautions as diplomatic efforts remain uncertain. 

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