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Canada’s Prime Minister Mark Carney is in Saudi Arabia to mend ties and boost trade, as regional tensions spike with Iran’s attacks on ships in the Strait of Hormuz. Canada has condemned the strikes, reaffirmed its commitment to regional security, and offered to assist with demining once peace returns. Foreign Minister Anita Anand met with her Saudi counterpart, stressing the need to keep the strait open — while also raising human rights concerns that have long strained relations. Though the U.S. is skeptical of diplomacy with Iran, Canada remains hopeful, navigating a delicate balance between pragmatism and principle.

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