Anand described her call with Iran's foreign minister as 'unprecedented,' noting the two countries don't have diplomatic relations, and said she urged for the safety of Canadians.

The conflict, now in its 12th day, began with Israel targeting Iranian nuclear and military sites, saying it could not allow Tehran to develop atomic weapons.

Ottawa's response will include 24-7 assistance and consular access for Canadians in the region, Global Affairs Canada said in a statement late Sunday night.