Overview
- President Donald Trump warned that a whole civilization would die if the Strait of Hormuz is not reopened, following a remark last week about bombing Iran back to the stone ages.
- Prime Minister Mark Carney, speaking in Brampton, called on all parties to choose their words, respect international law, and avoid targeting civilians or civilian infrastructure.
- Carney did not name Trump or the United States, framing his remarks as a broader call for prudence in how leaders speak and act during the conflict in Iran.
- UN Secretary-General António Guterres warned the United States that attacks on civilian infrastructure are banned under international law.
- Opposition politicians pressed Carney to go further, with NDP MP Don Davies demanding a clear condemnation and Bloc Québécois Leader Yves‑François Blanchet urging a summons of U.S. ambassador Pete Hoekstra.