Iran criticizes Canada for supporting US actions in the Strait of Hormuz
Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei criticized Canada for supporting the efforts of the United States, France and the United Kingdom to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Tehran called Ottawa’s position “a display of strategic confusion and submission to intimidation,” CNBC Top News reports.
Iran’s statement
In a post on X, Baghaei said that Canada had decided to “appease” the United States on the day when US President Donald Trump, according to him, demonstrated contempt for Canadian sovereignty and independence. The spokesperson was referring to an image published by Trump in which US territory included Canada, Greenland and Iceland.
Baghaei also questioned Ottawa’s decision to support Washington, citing what he called US bad faith. According to him, Canada cannot credibly call itself a defender of peace, security, freedom of navigation and international law while supporting US military actions and Washington’s actions in the region.
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Canada’s position
Earlier, Canada condemned Iran’s “destabilizing actions” in the Middle East. Ottawa said it would work with partners to maintain significant pressure on Tehran, including through sanctions and support for efforts led by the United States, France and the United Kingdom to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
CNBC also notes that trade talks between Canada and the United States collapsed last month. Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said that US demands had gone too far. After that, the United States imposed tariffs on about $20 billion worth of Canadian goods, while Canada introduced reciprocal tariffs that are due to take effect at 12:01 a.m. US Eastern Time on Tuesday.
Warning to South Korea
Baghaei also warned South Korea against possible military involvement and support for US actions. South Korea’s Foreign Ministry said it was maintaining close contact with the relevant countries to restore peace and stability in the Middle East as soon as possible. According to Reuters, Seoul had previously said it was considering options, including military measures, to support freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz.
