A look at how the Ukraine war anniversary is being marked around the world
Global News
From lit-up landmarks, vigils to rallies and new sanctions, countries around the world are showing their support for Ukraine on the first anniversary of Russia’s invasion.
Countries across the world are marking the first anniversary of Russia’s war on Ukraine with commemoration events, fresh sanctions and aid for Kyiv.
From Asia to Europe, people are gathering Friday for rallies and vigils in solidarity with Ukraine as the country continues to face Russia’s invasion that was launched on Feb. 24, 2022 – and shows no sign of ending.
Since the start of the war, western nations, including Canada, have taken a strong, united stand in condemning Russian President Vladimir Putin for waging war on its neighbour, with a range of sweeping sanctions and assistance for Ukraine.
On Friday, the United States marked the anniversary by announcing new sanctions against Russia and its allies, as well as US$2 billion in military aid to Ukraine. The United Kingdom also issued fresh sanctions.
Meanwhile, Canada announced more than $32 million in security support for Ukraine.
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau will attend an evening vigil in Toronto to mark the sombre occasion.
Earlier in the afternoon, he is scheduled to deliver remarks alongside Defence Minister Anita Anand.
Several of Ukraine’s European allies are paying tribute.
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Britain's Maritime and Coastguard Agency said several lifeboats and a coast guard rescue helicopter were dispatched to the scene in the North Sea.
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China announced retaliatory tariffs on some Canadian farm and food imports, after Canada imposed duties on certain Chinese-made products in October.
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