Trudeau won't rule out boots on the ground in Ukraine
With only days to go in his tenure as prime minister, Justin Trudeau isn't ruling out sending Canadian soldiers as part of a peacekeeping force to ensure a ceasefire between Ukraine and Russia.
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau was asked about U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer's proposition of putting European soldiers on the ground with support from the British air force as part of a peacekeeping force, with the Canadian leader refusing to rule out any possibilities.
“Everything's on the table,” Trudeau said. “We know that the Canadian military has ways that it can contribute. We're not going to get ahead of the discussions on how to keep a peace that isn't yet in place, but Canada will be there,” he added.Â
On Monday's Rebel Roundup livestream, hosts Sheila Gunn Reid and David Menzies shared their thoughts on Trudeau's bold commitments, especially given his time as prime minister is very nearly up.
“I don't think there's any appetite in Canada for boots on the grounds and planes in the air,” said David, suggesting Canadian troops training Ukrainian soldiers is as much as he'd like to see the country commit to.
“Trudeau is resigned, who's he to say he's going to send boots on the ground” charged Sheila. “He won't un-prorogue Parliament, he has no right or mandate to be making these decisions morally or ethically.”
But if Canada were to send troops abroad — what becomes of efforts to secure the border with the United States, Sheila wondered.
“I guess it's Justin Trudeau's choice, and he's supposed to be resigned as prime minister. So, what the heck is going on here?”
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thomas ackland commented 2025-03-04 13:30:09 -0500if JT want’s boots on the ground, he better be willing to put boots on himself.
why is Canada not talking to Iceland about joining Canada ?
i think we need to get the pipeline to the east of Canada so we can sell to other countries.
maybe we should not be selling to USA & maybe Canada should cut hydro off from USA. -
Susan Stirling commented 2025-03-04 12:44:49 -0500I suggest that Trudeau immediately send his son to enlist. Then, after he is officially no longer our PM, he should enlist as well and the two of them can lead the first ‘boots on the ground’ effort in Ukraine. Front line all the way.
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Bernhard Jatzezck commented 2025-03-03 22:16:19 -0500Why? Does Canada actually have a stake in that conflict?
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Bruce Atchison commented 2025-03-03 19:33:38 -0500Let’s see Trudeau put HIS boots on the ground. Ukraine is being ground into the dust but these safe-and sound word warriors can blather all they want without physical consequences.
