Canada has announced an additional $100 million in funding to support Palestinians affected by worsening humanitarian conditions in the Gaza Strip and escalating violence in the West Bank.

Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand unveiled the commitment while attending meetings in Paris with Western leaders focused on challenges to achieving a future two-state solution between Israelis and Palestinians.

According to the federal government, the new funding will be distributed through organizations including United Nations agencies, the International Red Cross, and other humanitarian partners.

The assistance is intended to help address urgent needs such as medical care, food security, access to clean water, and broader peace and stabilization efforts.With this latest contribution, Canada's total support for Palestinians since late 2023 reaches approximately $500 million.During the visit, Anand also met with her counterparts from the United Kingdom and Australia.The three countries jointly pledged about $1.

8 million over three years to a peace initiative designed to strengthen cooperation between Palestinians and Israelis who support dialogue and reject hard-line positions.The announcement comes amid ongoing political debate in Canada regarding the government's approach to the conflict.

Palestinian advocacy groups have argued that Ottawa should take a stronger stance in criticizing Israeli actions, while several Jewish organizations contend that Canada's criticism of Israel contributes to rising antisemitism.The new funding reflects Canada's continued focus on humanitarian assistance and support for long-term peace-building efforts in the region.