Russia's War Against Ukraine
OP-ED
Paul Grod: Mr. Harper, it’s time for Canada to arm Ukraine
An Ukrainian serviceman gestures as he sits at his position on the outskirts of Donetsk, on Sept. 16, 2014.
Ukrainian President Petro Poroshenko is in Canada today for an official visit. He comes to Canada at a time when his own country faces down a revanchist Russia that seeks to re-establish its empire. After the illegal invasion and annexation of Crimea in March, Russian troops have now invaded southeastern Ukraine. Western democracies have been unequivocal in their condemnation of Vladimir Putin’s aggression, but they have thus far been unwilling to take the necessary measures to stop him. This has sent Mr. Putin a dangerous signal – that his behavior, though unwelcome, will be tolerated.
