January 17, 2014 - 

Foreign Affairs Minister John Baird today issued the following statement:

“Canada welcomes the opening of the first trial at the Special Tribunal for Lebanon. This is an important step toward bringing those responsible for the political assassinations of former prime minister Rafik Hariri and others to account.

“Canada remains a committed partner in the global struggle against terrorism in all its forms. We have been a strong supporter of this tribunal.

“Canada is grateful for the Lebanese government’s support of and cooperation with the Tribunal, and we will continue to work with the government to strengthen democracy, the rule of law and security in Lebanon and the region.”

Canada listed Hezbollah as a terrorist entity under the Criminal Code in December 2002 and listed its principal backer, Iran, as a state supporter of terrorism under the Justice for Victims of Terrorism Act in September 2012.

src:news.gc.ca