Minister Anand to Attend UN Talks on Two-State Solution as France Backs Palestinian Statehood

Minister Anand to Attend UN Talks on Two-State Solution as France Backs Palestinian Statehood
Minister Anita Anand speaks to media at the Federal ministers cabinet retreat in Halifax on Aug. 27, 2024. Kelly Clark/The Canadian Press
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Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand is attending United Nations talks focused on a two-state solution to the Israel-Palestine conflict in the wake of France pushing for recognition of Palestinian statehood.
The conference in New York from July 28 to 30 is aimed at achieving a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, ensuring delivery of aid, and working toward a two-state solution, according to a July 28 statement from Global Affairs.