Canada sanctions more than 40 members of the Russian Army and 17 entities linked to "bloodshed" in Ukraine

MADRID, 2 Ago. (EUROPA PRESS) -

The Canadian authorities have imposed this Tuesday a new package of sanctions against 43 senior officials of the Russian Army and 17 entities that it accuses of being "accomplices in the bloodshed" caused by Russian President Vladimir Putin, including that of the city ​​of Bucha, where hundreds of civilian bodies were recovered after the passage of Russian troops.

The Canadian Foreign Minister, Melanie Joly, has indicated that all those affected by the sanctions are related to the invasion carried out by Russia against Ukrainian territory and has indicated that the objective is to "increase the pressure on the country's war machine" .

"Canada condemns the killing of civilians in Ukraine and will use all tools at its disposal to ensure that violations of international law in the country, including Bucha's, are thoroughly investigated," he said, according to a ministry statement.

In this regard, he specified that the new sanctions are an example of Canada's efforts to support Ukraine and "defend its sovereignty, territorial integrity and independence." "Canada continues to coordinate its work with other partners and allies to ensure that atrocities are brought to justice," she said.

In addition, he has asserted that Canada continues to work with its partners "to coordinate actions and explore possible options to take measures in the form of response to the unjustified acts of Russia."

"We will not allow Putin to act with impunity. The Russian war machine and its actions must not be forgotten, and Canada will continue to work with its partners internationally to bring those responsible to justice. Canada stands with Ukraine." riveted. The country has imposed sanctions against more than 1,750 Russian, Belarusian and Ukrainian citizens involved in the invasion since the war began.