Canada Launches War Crimes Probe into Israeli Soldiers with Dual Citizenship over Gaza Genocide
Ottawa (Quds News Network)- The Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) has launched a criminal investigation into Israeli-Canadian soldiers suspected of committing war crimes during the ongoing genocide in Gaza.
The probe, part of Canada’s Crimes Against Humanity and War Crimes Program (CAHWCP), focuses on Canadian citizens who served in the Israeli military (IDF), particularly during the Gaza assault that started in 2023, according to reports published Tuesday by the Toronto Star and Israeli media.
The investigation, which began in 2024, is being carried out in coordination with Canada’s Department of Justice, immigration authorities, and border services.
Authorities have not issued public statements or updates, though officials confirm that the process may include gathering evidence, international cooperation, and potential indictments on Canadian soil.
“The program’s aim is to ensure Canada does not become a safe haven for war criminals,” the Department of Justice said in a statement. “This includes both prosecuting those within Canada and sharing relevant evidence with other jurisdictions.”
The Brussels-based Hind Rajab Foundation (HRF) has also sought to initiate nearly 100 cases against Israeli soldiers over war crimes in Gaza in 14 countries with universal jurisdiction: Argentina, Austria, Belgium, Brazil, Chile, Cyprus, Germany, Italy, Netherlands, Serbia, Spain, Sri Lanka, Sweden and Thailand.
In January, the Israeli military advised dozens of soldiers against travelling abroad after reportedly tracking around 30 war crimes complaints and legal actions targeting its personnel for Gaza war crimes.
