Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said on Monday that he would “impose economic sanctions” over the actions of Russia’s head of state Vladimir Putin, after recognizing the independence of Ukraine’s breakaway territories, Donetsk and Lugansk.
“This is a blatant violation of Ukraine’s sovereignty and international law. Canada remains safe in supporting Ukraine – and we will impose economic sanctions for this action.”
Canada strongly condemns Russia’s recognition of the so-called “independent state” in Ukraine. This is a blatant violation of Ukrainian sovereignty and international law. Canada stands firm in its support for Ukraine – and we will impose economic sanctions for this action.
— Justin Trudeau (@JustinTrudeau) February 21, 2022
The authorities also condemned and rejected Russia’s decree “ordering the entry of military forces into Ukraine”.
“We remain steadfast in supporting Ukraine’s sovereignty, territorial integrity and independence. Canada and our allies will defend democracy and the will of the Ukrainian people.”
Furthermore, we reject and condemn Russia’s decision to order military forces into Ukraine. We remain steadfast in our support for Ukraine’s sovereignty, territorial integrity and independence. Canada, and our allies, will stand up for democracy and the will of the Ukrainian people.
— Justin Trudeau (@JustinTrudeau) February 21, 2022
Canadian Foreign Minister Mélanie Joly spoke with her Ukrainian counterpart, Dmytro Kuleba, by telephone on Monday evening, expressing “deep concern at Russia’s blatant disregard for Ukraine’s territorial integrity.”
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