March 2, 2026
RED FM News Desk
As military tensions escalate across the Middle East, Global Affairs Canada has revealed that more than 85,000 Canadian citizens and permanent residents are currently present in the region. This figure is based on voluntary registrations with the government as of Sunday, suggesting that the actual number of Canadians in the area could be significantly higher.
According to government data, the largest concentrations of Canadians are located in Lebanon and the United Arab Emirates (UAE). The specific breakdown of registered Canadians includes:
Lebanon: 23,165
United Arab Emirates: 23,064
Israel: 6,006
Iran: 2,921
Palestinian Territories: 438
Safety Status and Government Response
Despite the ongoing hostilities between regional powers, Global Affairs Canada confirmed in a statement that there have been no reports of Canadian casualties or injuries resulting from the current military actions.
The federal government continues to monitor the situation around the clock. Officials are urging all Canadians in the region to remain vigilant, follow local safety protocols, and maintain contact with the Emergency Watch and Response Centre in Ottawa as the geopolitical situation remains volatile.
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