Montreal, Canada – Canadian human rights activists are demanding answers after former UN special rapporteur Richard Falk, 95, was interrogated for hours at Toronto Pearson International Airport over alleged national security concerns. Falk and his wife, Hilal Elver, were questioned about their work related to Israel and Gaza before being allowed into Canada for an event on Canadian responsibility regarding the conflict. Critics, including advocacy groups, have condemned the government’s actions as attempts to silence dissent regarding Israel’s actions in Gaza. The Canadian government has acknowledged the incident but has not provided specific details, raising questions about its stance on national security and freedom of expression.
