Canada is evaluating its relationship with Israel in the wake of its attack on Hamas leaders in Qatar, Foreign Minister Anita Anand told reporters on Wednesday. She did not give details.
Anand reiterated that Canada considered the attack to be unacceptable, especially given Qatari attempts to facilitate peace in the Middle East.
Anand made her comments when asked whether Canada might follow the lead of the European Commission, which said it would propose the suspension of trade-related measures in a European Union agreement with Israel.
"We are evaluating our relationship with Israel," Anand told reporters on the sidelines of a meeting of the ruling Liberal Party in Edmonton.
Asked specifically whether Canada was considering any kinds of sanctions against Israel, she replied: "We will continue to evaluate our next steps."
The IDF and Shin Bet (Israel Security Agency) on Tuesday confirmed an attempt to assassinate Hamas's leadership in Doha, Qatar.
Israel's strike on Hamas in Qatar
After two years of Qatar hosting negotiations between Israel and Hamas over hostage exchanges and ceasefires, the government reached the decision that killing the remaining Hamas leaders was more important than leaving that diplomatic channel open.
Additionally, in July, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney announced the country's intentions to recognize Palestinian statehood at the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly in September, joining France and other European nations.
"This intention is predicated by the Palestinian Authority's commitment to much-needed reforms," Carney said.
Sarah Moskowitz contributed to this report.