Canadian authorities foiled an alleged Iranian plot to assassinate human rights activist Irwin Cotler.

Canadian authorities thwarted an alleged assassination plot by Iranian agents targeting human rights advocate Irwin Cotler, a former justice minister. Cotler, an outspoken critic of Iran, has been under RCMP protection since October 2023. The Canadian Security Intelligence Service warned him of an imminent threat, and additional security measures were put in place. The FBI has also contacted Cotler regarding Iranian threats against critics.

November 18, 2024
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