The Embassy of Israel in Ottawa says it feels at risk of violence after nearly three years of pushing Global Affairs Canada to increase its security.
It is exceptionally rare for embassies and consulates to go public with concerns about their security, but the Israeli Embassy provided two senior officials for an interview on the subject.
Israel did not appoint an ambassador as the COVID-19 pandemic spread, leaving a charge d'affaires to lead the embassy while Ottawa was among the most closed-down capitals on the planet. In a statement, the RCMP wrote that "it would not be appropriate to disclose specific details" of discussions with any embassy.
The unnamed officials noted a rise in antisemitic events, which has been documented by the Jewish advocacy group B'nai Brith Canada. Officials at Global Affairs Canada also hold regular calls with all embassies in Ottawa and Gatineau, which include touching base on any security concerns or coming events that may lead to large protests.
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