This was announced by Canadian Defense Minister Bill Blair on Thursday.
Key Points:
Missile Supply:
- Canada will provide 2,300 CRV7 air-to-air missiles to Ukraine.
- These missiles were formerly used by the Royal Canadian Air Force.
- Over recent months, Canada has conducted tests on these missiles to ensure their effectiveness.
Additional Military Support:
- Canada will deliver the first four of 50 armored vehicles to Ukraine in the coming weeks.
- A total of 900 drones will also be provided to Ukraine, with the first batches starting to be sent soon.
Further Plans:
- Defense Minister Blair stated that Canada will continue to test the missiles.
- Based on the results of these tests, Canada may send additional missiles to Ukraine.
Commitment to Support:
- Minister Blair emphasized Canada's ongoing commitment to supporting Ukraine in its defense efforts against aggression.
This announcement underscores Canada's continued support for Ukraine, providing crucial military equipment to enhance its defense capabilities.
