19 March 2026 17:35 UTC · Prime Minister of Canada · PMO News Release · Source · Email X Link

Prime Minister of Canada condemns Iran attacks on shipping

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Condemns Iran attacks on commercial vessels and civilian infrastructure
Calls for immediate moratorium and compliance with UNSC Resolution 2817

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Condemns recent Iran attacks on unarmed commercial vessels, civilian infrastructure, and the de facto closure of the Strait of Hormuz.
Calls on Iran to cease threats, laying of mines, drone and missile attacks, and to comply with UN Security Council Resolution 2817; stresses freedom of navigation under UNCLOS.
Expresses readiness to contribute to safe passage through the Strait, welcomes IEA release of strategic petroleum reserves, and commits to steps to stabilise energy markets and support affected nations.

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We condemn in the strongest terms recent attacks by Iran on unarmed commercial vessels in the Gulf, attacks on civilian infrastructure including oil and gas installations, and the de facto closure of the Strait of Hormuz by Iranian forces. We express our deep concern about the escalating conflict. We call on Iran to cease immediately its threats, laying of mines, drone and missile attacks and other attempts to block the Strait to commercial shipping, and to comply with UN Security Council Resolution 2817. Freedom of navigation is a fundamental principle of international law, including under the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea. The effects of Iran’s actions will be felt by people in all parts of the world, especially the most vulnerable. Consistent with UNSC Resolution 2817, we emphasise that such interference with international shipping and the disruption of global energy supply chains constitute a threat to international peace and security. In this regard, we call for an immediate comprehensive moratorium on attacks on civilian infrastructure, including oil and gas installations. We express our readiness to contribute to appropriate efforts to ensure safe passage through the Strait. We welcome the commitment of nations who are engaging in preparatory planning. We welcome the International Energy Agency decision to authorise a coordinated release of strategic petroleum reserves. We will take other steps to stabilise energy markets, including working with certain producing nations to increase output. We will also work to provide support for the most affected nations, including through the United Nations and the IFIs. Maritime security and freedom of navigation benefit all countries. We call on all states to respect international law and uphold the fundamental principles of international prosperity and security.

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