Volodymyr Zelensky and Justin Trudeau discussed the situation at the front and assistance to the regions of Ukraine during the meeting as a result of Russian ecocid
According to Vladimir Zelensky, during today's meeting, much of the time was asked by two questions: the situation in the battlefield and the state of affairs in the southern regions of Ukraine, which were affected by Russian ecocid as a result of the dam at the Kakhovka Hydroelectric power plant. “I am grateful to you, Justin, personally, and all over Canada for his willingness to take new steps in helping our soldiers. We discussed our needs for artillery and armored vehicles.
And this is what Ukraine's support is needed as soon as possible. The formation of new coalitions of protection of life from Russian rocket and aviation terror - our coalition of "Petriots", coalitions of fighters - was discussed. Step by step, we fill the content with our partners with content, ”the president said during a meeting with media representatives as a result of negotiation with Justin Trudeau.
The interlocutors also discussed in detail the situation after the destruction of the Kakhovskaya hydroelectric power station by Russia. “I informed about our rescue operation and the large -scale harm, this Russian terrorist attack caused our people, our nature, our economy. We know exactly what to do to help people and overcome the effects of this ecocide as soon as possible. And I am grateful to Canada for his willingness to support, ”the Head of State said.
In addition, the negotiations were demining in Ukraine. “Canada already helps us. They have decided on how to increase this cooperation and save even more lives of Ukrainian citizens, ”said Volodymyr Zelenskyy. He also stated: Canada is among those countries that most actively support the need for security certainty for Ukraine for NATO. This support was recorded in the document signed by the meeting with Justin Trudeau. “Today we have recorded in our joint with Mr.
Prime Minister of the Canadian Declaration support Ukraine's membership in NATO. I am sure, together we will do everything that the Alliance's summit in Vilnius really meets the requirements of time and be positive for all, positive for Ukraine and for our perspective of membership, ”the President stressed.
Separately, the Head of State thanked for the decision of the Government of Canada for another year the regime of duty -free importation of goods from Ukraine, which is very important during the war for the Ukrainian economy and people. “I would like to point out that it is not only the support of our exporters - it is a very significant support for our people, all our society.
Despite all the efforts of Russia to break our people, Ukrainians continue to fight for independence and freedom, ”he said. During the talks, Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Justin Trudeau touched the topics of arrest and confiscation of Russian assets. The President stated that in this matter, Canada took a leadership position, and thanked for the decision of the Canadian side for the transfer of Ukraine confiscated Russian cargo aircraft An-124.
In addition, the meeting was about the restoration of Ukraine, the involvement of Canadian business in this process and in the implementation of specific projects. The President also expressed their condolences and support to all Canadians who are currently undergoing forest fires and noted that Ukraine is ready to help Ukraine if necessary. “We never remain indifferent to life threats. We are ready to help our fire brigades if needed, ”he emphasized.
"And in our victory, we will be as much together as it is now, in our way of protecting life and people," the Head of State summarized, and once again thanked the Justin Trudeau, Canada, its people and the Ukrainian community in this country for support. The Prime Minister, for his part, noted that it is extremely important for him to be personally in Ukraine to testify to Canada's solidarity with Ukrainians who continue the brave struggle for democracy.
"We will protect and maintain you as much as you need," Justin Trudeau said. He announced the provision of $ 500 million in new funding for military assistance. The Prime Minister also announced the continuation of the agreement on the preparation of the Ukrainian military and the participation of Canada in multinational exercises on the management of aircraft and tanks "Leopard". In addition, Canada will transmit a rocket and rocket to protect the Ukrainian sky.
Also, according to Justin Trudeau, Canada supports the application of sanctions and other economic measures on the aggressor. “Canada was the first G7 countries to approve legislation to allow us to ensure the confiscation of Russian assets. Last spring, Antonov's Russian aircraft landed at the Pearson Airport in Toronto.
As he landed, we immediately detained it, ”he said, adding that thanks to his legislation, this aircraft was confiscated and the process of transferring this asset to Ukraine is now being launched in order for him to never be used by Russia to support her war. Kakhovskaya hydroelectric power station, the head of the Government of Canada, called the direct result of Russia's war against Ukraine, which became catastrophic for tens of thousands of people.
Justin Trudeau stressed that Canada would provide additional help to overcome the consequences of this disaster. Canadian Prime Minister also spoke about launching a program of psychological support for Ukrainians. Justin Trudeau thanked Vladimir Zelensky for today's meeting and assured of further support from Canada. “The Ukrainian people are inspiration for Canada, Canadians and the world. This is a moment that affects the whole of Ukraine and the whole world.