Key facts
- Iran's foreign ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baqaei criticized Canada's participation in a U.S.-led war against Iran.
- Baqaei highlighted perceived U.S. disrespect towards Canada, including tariffs and threats.
- He suggested Canada's participation in the war is an attempt to appease the U.S.
Iran's foreign ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baqaei has criticized Canada's involvement in a U.S.-led war against Iran. Baqaei questioned Canada's subservient response to U.S. actions, such as tariffs and threats, while participating in what he described as an "unlawful war of choice" against Iran.
In a post on X, Baqaei wrote, "Washington calls Canada its 51st state; Washington imposes tariffs on Canadian goods; Washington insults Canada and threatens to punish it over wildfire smoke; Ottawa’s response: Understood, Sir! Meanwhile, Ottawa participates in the U.S.-led unlawful war of choice against Iran, to appease Washington! What's the reward? THIS IS NOT HOCKEY NIGHT IN CANADA; IT IS WASHINGTON'S FARM TEAM."
Canada has previously signaled its readiness to support U.S. objectives in the region, with experts noting the country's close ties to U.S. military command structures.