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Canadian officials condemned the violence. Foreign Affairs Minister Mélanie Joly called the events “unacceptable,” emphasizing that what unfolded was not a protest but acts of violence, hate, and anti-Semitism. Defense Minister Bill Blair described the riots as “anarchy,” assuring support for free speech but condemning violence unequivocally. The protests have prompted a broader debate over Canadian leadership, with some criticizing Prime Minister Justin Trudeau for attending a Taylor Swift concert amid the chaos—an incident that reignited public criticism and comparisons to historical figures like Emperor Nero.