**Canada Knew from the Start We Wouldn't Join Forces Against Iran: Defence Minister** In a recent press briefing in Brampton, Ontario, Canadian Defence Minister, David McGuinty, revealed that the country was never going to participate in the US-led military attack on Iran. Speaking at a press event where he highlighted Canada's military support to Ukraine, McGuinty made it clear that Canada's position on the conflict is unchanged. McGuinty's comments come on the heels of the resignation of Joe Kent, the US National Counterterrorism Center director, who expressed his concerns about the US war on Iran, citing that the country posed no imminent threat to the US. McGuinty, however, expressed no surprise at Kent's resignation, saying it was a "principled decision." The Defence Minister emphasized that Canada has been carefully monitoring the situation in Iran and has no intention of participating in the war. He clarified that while Canadian Armed Forces members are present in the region, they are not involved in any combat or offensive operations. In Nigeria, this news comes as a reminder of the importance of sovereignty and non-interference in the internal affairs of other nations. Nigeria has also been vocal about its opposition to foreign military interventions, particularly in the context of the ongoing crisis in the Sahel region. McGuinty's comments also serve as a testament to Canada's commitment to its values of peace and diplomacy. As the world grapples with the complexities of the Iran-US conflict, Canada's stance on non-intervention serves as a beacon of hope for those advocating for peaceful resolution of conflicts. In a region where African countries are increasingly becoming entangled in international conflicts, Nigeria's leaders can draw lessons from Canada's approach to foreign policy. By prioritizing diplomacy and non-interference, countries can avoid the pitfalls of military interventions and work towards lasting solutions that promote peace and stability.