Portugal stands in solidarity with Canada after military tragedy
The Portuguese Ministry of Foreign Affairs expressed deep solidarity with Canada following a tragic fire at a military base in Alberta that resulted in four military deaths and numerous serious injuries. The ministry conveyed heartfelt condolences to the victims' families and the Canadian people, wishing a swift recovery to the injured and expressing support for the Canadian Armed Forces. Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney described the incident as one of the worst peacetime tragedies for the Canadian military. Flags across federal buildings in Canada will be flown at half-mast in honor of the victims, while investigations into the cause of the fire continue, with no indications of terrorism.