Montreal Rejects Proposal to Sever Ties with Israel, Adopts Pro-Palestinian Solidarity Statement
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First reported by Behadrei Haredim · Aug 26, 2026
What happened
Montreal City Council rejected a proposal to cut ties with Israel, instead passing a resolution expressing solidarity with Palestinians and urging government action. The decision followed intense debate and protests, with the mayor opposing foreign policy involvement by local authorities. Jewish groups welcomed the outcome, while pro-Palestinian activists expressed disappointment.
- 01Montreal City Council rejected a motion to sever ties with Israel by a large majority.
- 02A softened resolution expressing solidarity with Palestinians was approved instead.
- 03Mayor Valérie Plante led opposition, emphasizing local government should not set foreign policy.
- 04Harsh accusations against Israel were removed from the final text after amendments.
- 05Pro-Palestinian activists protested outside City Hall, expressing disappointment.
- 06Jewish organizations praised the rejection but warned local involvement may increase tensions.
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