The federal government on Friday announced an extra $650 million in military support over the coming years to Ukraine.. Justin Trudeau .Canada will provide more Leopard 2 tanks as part of the funds. This is linked to a promise made in June to help with the upkeep of military tanks given by allies in Poland. Additionally, Canada will put new sanctions on Russia..“We're making a longer term, multi-year commitment that provides predictable, steady support to Ukraine,” said Trudeau to the House of Commons..“It will include $650 million over three years for 50 armoured vehicles, including medical evacuation vehicles that will be built by Canadian workers in London, Ontario.”."This is a time of incredible uncertainty. Attacks upon the rules-based international order threaten to upend the peace and prosperity that have been the bedrock of Canada's success,” said Trudeau..“This is a challenge on a generational scale, a challenge that history will judge us on, a challenge we must confront with lionhearted courage. One year, six months and 29 days ago, Vladimir Putin launched a full-scale invasion of Ukraine, unleashing a campaign of violence and brutality that has left countless dead and forced millions to flee.”.“But for one year, six months and 29 days, the people of Ukraine have defended their homes, their language, and their freedom to choose their own future,” said Trudeau..“They have fought back with a courage that has inspired the world and they have been led by President Zelensky, a great champion of democracy." .Zelenskyy began his speech with "thank you so much." ."This Russian aggression must end with our victory," said Zelensky after explaining the atrocities witnessed on the streets of Ukraine following Putin's invasion..Zelensky acknowledged Canada's support has contributed to saving thousands of lives and the international effort to reduce reliance on Russian oil..Zelensky stated that during his meeting with Trudeau and some cabinet ministers, they discussed the Canadian initiative related to confiscating Russian assets.."Those funds that Russia and its henchmen used to pay for their war should be used to fairly compensate for the damage caused,” said Zelensky..Zelensky ended his speech “Slava Ukraine” which means “Glory to Ukraine.”.This is Zelensky’s first visit to Canada since the invasion of Ukraine by Russian President Vladimir Putin in February 2022. He arrived in Canada after visiting the White House and the United Nations General Assembly in New York City.
