Ottawa's Response to Regional Tensions

Ottawa declined to disclose Canadian troops in the Middle East on March 5, 2026.
Defence Minister David McGuinty said some personnel are out of harm's way.
Canada has an operational hub in Kuwait and personnel in Qatar.
Up to five Canadian Armed Forces members were at Al Udeid airbase in Qatar.
Steffan Watkins questioned Ottawa's claim of no role in strikes.
Global Affairs Canada ordered non-essential staff in Tel Aviv to leave.
Experts warn Canadian troops could face Iranian attacks.
CAF claims all personnel are safe and accounted for.
Canada provided a technical briefing four days into the war.
Britain and France took different stances on U.S. bases.
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