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Canada Considers Donating 83,000 Decommissioned Rockets to Ukraine

Amidst ongoing conflict, Ukraine seeks Canadian CRV7 rockets for defense, sparking debate over safety and international support.

  • Ukraine has requested over 83,000 decommissioned CRV7 rockets from Canada to bolster its defenses against Russian aggression.
  • Canadian officials express concerns over the safety and stability of the decades-old rockets, delaying the potential donation.
  • Ukraine's military intelligence chief, Kyrylo Budanov, asserts no concerns over the rockets' condition, emphasizing the urgent need for munitions.
  • The request has ignited a political debate in Canada, with the Conservative Party advocating for the donation as a cost-effective support measure.
  • The fate of the rockets remains uncertain as Canada conducts safety tests to determine their operational effectiveness and transport safety.
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