Ambassador Calls Nenshi's Apology Disrespectful | Calgary News

Israel’s Ambassador to Canada, Iddo Moed, is publicly calling out Alberta NDP leader Naheed Nenshi over his recent apology for a photo of the two together at the Stampede. Moed, who was in town for a tech delegation showcasing Israeli AI and cybersecurity firms, says the apology undermines their friendship and sets a troubling precedent for diplomatic engagement. Nenshi’s apology, framed around the humanitarian crisis in Gaza and rising antisemitism, sparked backlash from Jewish communities and allies who argue politicians shouldn’t be pressured to apologize for routine diplomatic interactions. Rabbi Menachem Matusof called the apology a betrayal of their past bond, while Jewish federations warned this incident could erode future political collaboration. Nenshi defended his apology as necessary when public figures cause hurt, and confirmed he declined an invitation to an Israel in Canada event — a move that has ignited national debate over political decorum, diplomacy, and the limits of public apology. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/b997e8cac89e07fb