Prime Minister Mark Carney’s participation in the signing of the U.S.-led peace plan in Egypt presents a valuable opportunity for Canada to reset its Middle East policy. By unequivocally endorsing U.S. President Donald J. Trump’s initiative, Canada is now more closely aligned with the significant developments reshaping the region.

While it would be premature to predict how the coming days will unfold, the release of the hostages and the implementation of the initial phase of the U.S. plan offers the most promising path forward — a path that could not only bring an end to hostilities in Gaza, but also trigger a broader transformation in regional dynamics between Israel and its Arab neighbours.

This approach stands in stark contrast to the Canadian government’s recent move to recognize Pal

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