Canada Global(Web News)Canada has announced more funds to help millions of people affected by the ongoing conflicts in Europe and the Middle East. Foreign Minister Melanie Joly has announced $1 million in aid to deal with the refugee crisis in Armenia.
Hundreds of people are fleeing Nagorno-Karabakh after tensions escalated with Azerbaijan. In a statement issued during a visit to Armenia, Jolie said Canada is grateful for Armenia’s efforts to provide shelter to people fleeing the crisis. He said that although these countries have opened their doors for help, they alone cannot help so many people. So we also want to contribute.
Canada has pledged a total of $3.9 million in aid for food, shelter and protection services for Armenian refugees. In addition, International Development Minister Ahmed Hussein announced $10 million to help people affected by the Israel-Hamas war in Gaza, the West Bank, Israel and its surrounding areas. Canada has pledged $60 million in aid since Hamas attacked Israel on October 7. The money will go towards emergency medical treatment, protection services, food, water and other life-saving items.
