March 5, 2026
RED FM News Desk
Prime Minister Mark Carney stated that Canadian military involvement in the rapidly expanding conflict in the Middle East cannot be ruled out. Speaking at a joint press conference with Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese following an address to the Australian Parliament, Carney warned that the war has the potential to spread much further.
“No one can completely rule out involvement in this war,” Carney said, clarifying that Canada remains prepared to stand with its allies when necessary. He emphasized that while the recent offensive actions by the United States and Israel were carried out without consulting Canada or other allies—meaning Canada is not currently a participant—the nation remains ready to defend its citizens and respond if called upon by its partners.
The Prime Minister’s remarks reflect a subtle but notable softening of his stance over the past week. While in India last Saturday, Carney expressed unequivocal support for the U.S. strikes, framing them as a necessary measure to prevent Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons.
However, upon arriving in Australia, he expressed “regret,” describing the conflict as a further example of the failure of the international order. He further noted that the recent military actions do not appear to be consistent with international law. When questioned about a potential ceasefire, Carney stressed that “de-escalation” must come first, insisting that the targeting of civilians and critical infrastructure must end immediately.
Despite his concerns regarding the legality of the current strikes, Carney reiterated his firm position on Iran’s nuclear ambitions. He maintained that the Iranian regime must not be allowed to develop nuclear weapons under any circumstances.
The Prime Minister has now departed for Japan, the third and final leg of his 10-day international tour, where regional security and trade are expected to dominate the agenda.
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