Canada relocates diplomatic staff in Ukraine amid mounting Russian threats
Global News
Russia has been building up its forces near Ukraine, with well over 100,000 troops lined along the border.
Canada’s diplomatic staff has been relocated to a temporary office in Lviv, Ukraine after operations at the Canadian embassy in Kyiv got suspended, according to Minister of Foreign Affairs Mélanie Joly.
“We will resume operations at the embassy in Kyiv as soon as the security situation in Ukraine allows us to ensure the adequate delivery of services and guarantee the security of our staff,” said Joly in a statement Saturday.
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said Friday that Canada is “standing firm” with Western nations and is prepared to impose “severe costs” if Russia decides to invade Ukraine.
His comment came in the wake of reports that Russian President Vladimir Putin has decided to invade Ukraine — and has communicated that decision to the Russian military.
Russia has been building up its forces near Ukraine for weeks, with well over 100,000 troops lined along the border.
Joly said services for Canadian citizens will continue to be offered from the temporary office, by appointment only.
However, she stressed that their ability to provide consular assistance could become increasingly limited.
“As always, our priority in these situations is ensuring the safety and security of all Canadians on the ground. Canadians should continue to avoid all travel to Ukraine. We urge those currently in Ukraine to leave now,” said Joly.
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