Sharon Haskel, an Israeli deputy foreign minister, has warned of a rise in terrorism in Canada. She said there are "serious problems" in Canada that require urgent attention. Sharon Haskel criticized Canada's handling of protests and extremist groups.
Sharon Haskel accused Canada of allowing hate speech to spread in a dangerous way. This will harm Canada's international image. The criticism follows recent pro-Palestinian demonstrations in Canadian cities. Sharon Haskel said some of the protests included extremist elements. He called on Canadian leaders to take stronger action against hate speech. He also suggested that Jewish communities be more effectively protected.
The minister's remarks have sparked a huge debate among Canadian politicians and citizens. While some agreed that terrorism is a problem, others supported freedom of expression.