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House Hansard - 36

44th Parl. 1st Sess.
February 21, 2022 07:00AM
Context: House Hansard - 36 - Feb/21/22
Ms. Christine Normandin (Saint-Jean, BQ)
  • Feb/21/22 2:53:13 p.m.
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Mr. Speaker, tensions are escalating again between Russia and Ukraine. Armed conflict is imminent. Let us look at the evidence. Even though no Russian soldier has set foot in Ukraine yet, the country is already under attack. For weeks, the Government of Canada has been claiming it will impose harsh sanctions against Russia in the event of an invasion. The attack has started, and Ukraine needs support from its allies now, not once it is too late. Will the government immediately issue preventive sanctions to dissuade Moscow from taking action?
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Context: House Hansard - 36 - Feb/21/22
Hon. Robert Oliphant (Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Lib.)
  • Feb/21/22 2:53:50 p.m.
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Mr. Speaker, as the hon. member knows, we are indeed ready to impose severe economic sanctions should Russia further invade Ukraine, an invasion that has been going on for many years. We are working closely with allies: the U.S., the U.K. and the EU. Sanctions are always most effective when they are done in lockstep with other countries. That is exactly what we do as we stand with the Ukrainian people and with Ukraine.
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Context: House Hansard - 36 - Feb/21/22
Ms. Christine Normandin (Saint-Jean, BQ)
  • Feb/21/22 2:54:20 p.m.
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Mr. Speaker, Ukraine is calling on its allies to impose sanctions immediately. Moscow has already announced that it recognizes the independence of the Donbass territories, which is the first step toward annexing them. Ukraine is already experiencing cyber-attacks, a naval blockade, military pressure, and a disinformation campaign seeking to justify an invasion. Last week, the Minister of Foreign Affairs said that the sanctions will come into effect on day one of an attack. The attack has started. Will Canada fire a warning shot and immediately impose sanctions against Moscow?
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Context: House Hansard - 36 - Feb/21/22
Hon. Robert Oliphant (Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Lib.)
  • Feb/21/22 2:54:56 p.m.
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Mr. Speaker, Canada remains steadfast in its support for Ukraine's sovereignty and territorial integrity. We strongly condemn Russia's decision to recognize the regions of Donetsk and Luhansk in Ukraine. This is a serious violation of the Minsk agreements and article 2, paragraph 4, of the United Nations Charter, and a threat to the security and stability of the region.
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