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[–] Mongostein@lemmy.ca 5 points 7 months ago* (6 children)

The statement does not say how they propose to help, although Defence Minister David McGuinty says Canada is “considering” aiding Iran’s neighbours if they seek assistance from the NATO alliance

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[–] Deceptichum@quokk.au 11 points 7 months ago (1 child)

Aiding Irans neighbours who are involved because they house US military bases while the US is attacking Iran.

That is support for the US in their war, being indirect does not change that.

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[–] Mongostein@lemmy.ca 1 point 7 months ago

Interesting point. I guess we’ll have to wait and see if that’s the case. It’s a pretty vague statement.

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[–] JeeBaiChow@lemmy.world 5 points 7 months ago (1 child)

Maybe sending some 'defensive bombs', kinda like the uk.

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[–] Mongostein@lemmy.ca 1 point 7 months ago

Could also mean sending aid for anyone caught in the crossfire 🤷‍♂️

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[–] mrdown@lemmy.world 1 point 7 months ago (1 child)

I though nato was about defending europe not gulf countries.

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[–] test_pls_ignore@lemmy.world 1 point 7 months ago

Why do you think that?

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[–] skozzii@lemmy.ca 1 point 7 months ago (1 child)

It was the defence minister who said it not Carney.

Carney is walking a fine tight rope between keeping Trump calm, but also not getting Canada involved.

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[–] Deceptichum@quokk.au 2 points 7 months ago* (last edited 7 months ago)

Does the defence minister act completely independent of the PM?