Canada has announced a $100 million Canadian dollar ($71 million) aid package for Palestinians, according to a statement released by the Canadian government. The pledge is part of a broader effort to support the Palestinian population amid ongoing tensions in the region.
The announcement comes as the United Kingdom and France have urged the United Nations General Assembly to take decisive action against Israeli settlement activity in the occupied territories. Both countries have called for a renewed focus on the legal and humanitarian implications of the settlements.
While the details of how the funds will be allocated were not disclosed, the Canadian contribution is intended to bolster Palestinian relief and development initiatives. It follows a series of international calls for increased support for the Palestinian people.
The UK and France’s appeal at the UNGA highlights growing pressure on the international community to address the settlement issue, which has been a long‑standing point of contention in the Israeli‑Palestinian conflict.
Canada’s aid package underscores its commitment to providing humanitarian assistance to Palestinians, amid ongoing diplomatic efforts to resolve the broader conflict in the region.
<small>Source: Al Jazeera — read the original story there.</small>