Canada: The Israeli Attack on Rafah Will Be Devastating

Canada announced today, Monday, that the potential Israeli ground assault on Rafah would be devastating for the Palestinians, joining several countries that urged Israel not to invade the area located in southern Gaza. Foreign Minister Mélanie Joly told reporters, "I am very concerned about what is happening in Gaza, especially in Rafah. The operation will be devastating. It is devastating for the Palestinians and anyone seeking refuge." Joly stated that she will hold talks with U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken in Washington tomorrow, Tuesday.