Melanie Joly
Foreign Minister of Canada
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View Timeline →Joint Statement of the G7; Support for Ukraine and Designation of Iran as a 'Source of Regional Instability'
The G7 foreign ministers issued a joint statement in Canada, emphasizing Iran's role as a source of regional instability and warning against its nuclear ambitions.…
Canada Sanctions Seven Iranian Individuals for Human Rights Violations and Regional Instability
Canada has imposed sanctions on seven Iranian individuals and entities for human rights violations and destabilizing actions in the Middle East, linking them to the…
India and Canada Expel Each Other's Diplomats Amid Tensions
Tensions between India and Canada have escalated following the murder of Sikh leader Hardeep Singh Nijjar, leading to the expulsion of diplomats from both countries.…
Escalation of Conflict Between Israel and Hezbollah; Israeli Representative at the UN: They Will Pay the Price with a Full-Scale War
The conflict between Israel and Hezbollah has escalated, with Israel warning of severe consequences for Hezbollah's continued attacks. U.S. officials are urging diplomatic solutions to…
What Does Canada's Designation of the IRGC as a Terrorist Organization Mean and What Consequences Will It Have?
Canada has officially designated the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) as a terrorist organization, a decision influenced by Canadian opposition groups and prior U.S. actions.…
Exclusive; Senator Tim Scott: More of our partners and allies should follow Canada's action in designating the IRGC as 'terrorist'
Canada has designated the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) as a terrorist organization, prompting U.S. Senator Tim Scott to call for more allies, including the…
Michael McCaul Praises Canada for Designating IRGC as Terrorist: Islamic Republic Continues to Spread Instability Worldwide
Canada has officially designated the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) as a terrorist organization, a move praised by U.S. officials including Michael McCaul. This designation…
U.S. Praises Canada for Designating IRGC as Terrorist; Supports Similar Actions by Other Countries
The U.S. has praised Canada for designating the IRGC as a terrorist organization and supports similar actions by other nations. This decision has raised concerns…
Reactions to Canada's Designation of IRGC as a Terrorist Organization; Widespread Calls for Similar Action from Australia and Europe
Canada has designated the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) as a terrorist organization, prompting positive reactions from Iranian activists and calls for similar actions from…
Canada Declares IRGC a 'Terrorist Organization'; Kanani: We Reserve the Right to Respond
Canada has officially designated the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) as a terrorist organization, prompting strong reactions from Iranian officials and support from opposition figures…
The United States, Britain, and Canada Coordinately Impose Sanctions Against the Islamic Republic
The U.S., Britain, and Canada have imposed coordinated sanctions on Iran in response to its recent military actions against Israel. The European Parliament also called…
Canada Imposes New Sanctions Against Institutions and Military Officials of the Islamic Republic
Canada, alongside the U.S. and U.K., imposed new sanctions on the Islamic Republic due to its military actions against Israel and destabilizing activities in the…
Canada Sanctions Tehran Metro CEO and a Member of Parliament for 'Ongoing Violations' of Iranian Women's Rights
Canada has imposed sanctions on Massoud Dorosti, CEO of Tehran Metro, and Zahra Elhian, an MP, due to their roles in suppressing women's rights in…
U.S. Secretary of State: Kidnapping is a Violation of Fundamental Human Rights
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken and Canadian Foreign Minister Mélanie Joly emphasized the need for collective international efforts to combat kidnapping and arbitrary detention,…
New Complaint Filed by Canada, Britain, Ukraine, and Sweden Against the Islamic Republic at ICAO
Canada, along with Britain, Ukraine, and Sweden, has filed a new complaint against Iran at the ICAO over the downing of flight PS752, citing violations…
Fajr Hospital Under 'Siege by Government Forces'; Hengaw: Armita Garavand's Mother Arrested
Armita Garavand, a 16-year-old girl, fell into a coma after an encounter with hijab enforcement agents in Tehran's metro. Her mother has been arrested, and…
Anniversary of Mahsa; Canada Imposes More Sanctions on Iranian Officials; Deputy and Minister of Raisi on the Sanctions List
On the anniversary of Mahsa Amini's death, Canada announced new sanctions against six Iranian officials, including high-ranking members of the government and the Islamic Revolutionary…
Canada Sanctions Several Officials of the Islamic Republic
Canada has imposed sanctions on several Iranian officials involved in human rights violations and military activities that threaten international peace. This includes individuals linked to…
Continuing to Counter Putin's War; The U.S. and Canada Sanction Dozens of Russian Individuals and Entities
The U.S. and Canada have imposed new sanctions on Russian individuals and entities to further restrict Putin's military capabilities and economic resources amid the ongoing…
Canada Sanctions Seven Iranian Revolutionary Court Judges for Human Rights Violations
Canada has imposed sanctions on seven judges from Iran's Revolutionary Courts for their roles in severe human rights violations. This action is part of Canada's…