Gazan students remain in limbo as Canadian visas stall

Over 130 Gazan students who have been offered places at Canadian universities remain stranded in Gaza, some waiting over 18 months for visas. Two students have already lost their lives, while others continue to face extreme risks. Canada attributes the delays to security checks and evacuation challenges, but critics highlight that other countries, including the UK, Italy, Ireland, and France, have successfully evacuated students. FRANCE 24's Jessica Le Masurier reports.

Nov 21, 2025 - 18:40
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Gazan students remain in limbo as Canadian visas stall
Over 130 Gazan students who have been offered places at Canadian universities remain stranded in Gaza, some waiting over 18 months for visas. Two students have already lost their lives, while others continue to face extreme risks. Canada attributes the delays to security checks and evacuation challenges, but critics highlight that other countries, including the UK, Italy, Ireland, and France, have successfully evacuated students. FRANCE 24's Jessica Le Masurier reports.

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