Canada imposed its largest-ever sanctions package against hundreds of Russian individuals, entities, and vessels in Moscow’s 'shadow fleet,' reaffirming its support for Ukraine. Prime Minister Mark Carney, alongside Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy at the G7 summit in Alberta, announced an additional $2 billion in military aid and $2.3 billion in loan funding for Ukraine's infrastructure rebuilding.
Canada imposes new sanctions on Russia as Carney urges support for Ukraine
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TL;DR: Key points with love ❤️Canada imposed its largest-ever sanctions package against hundreds of Russian individuals, entities, and vessels in Moscow’s 'shadow fleet,' reaffirming its support for Ukraine. Prime Minister Mark Carney, alongside Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy at the G7 summit in Alberta, announced an additional $2 billion in military aid and $2.3 billion in loan funding for Ukraine's infrastructure rebuilding.
Trending- 1 2014: Russia occupied Crimea, leading to its expulsion from the G8.
- 2 2022: Russia invaded Ukraine. Western allies imposed price caps and sanctions on Russian oil, leading to the creation of Russia's 'shadow fleet'.
- 3 Last year (2024): G7 agreed to a US$50 billion loan program for Ukraine.
- 4 Monday, June 16, 2025: U.S. President Donald Trump left the G7 summit early.
- 5 Overnight (June 16-17, 2025): Kyiv was bombarded with missiles and drones.
- 6 Tuesday, June 17, 2025: Canada announced its largest-ever sanctions package against Russia and new aid for Ukraine. The UK also announced sanctions. G7 leaders held a working session with Zelenskyy.
- Increased economic pressure on Russia
- Significant military and financial aid for Ukraine
- Continued international solidarity with Ukraine (with some exceptions)
- Deadliest attack on Kyiv this year with casualties
What: Canada imposed sweeping new sanctions on 77 Russian individuals, 39 entities, and 201 vessels in Russia's 'shadow fleet.' It also announced an additional $2 billion in military aid (including drones, ammunition, armoured vehicles, helicopters) and $2.3 billion in loan funding for Ukraine's infrastructure rebuilding.
When: Sanctions announced Tuesday (June 17, 2025) at the G7 summit. Russia invaded Ukraine in 2022. G7 agreed to a US$50 billion loan program last year (2024). Kyiv was bombarded overnight (June 16-17, 2025).
Where: Alberta, Canada (G7 summit location); Ukraine (Kyiv); Russia; Crimea; United States (Washington); United Kingdom; European Union.
Why: To exert 'maximum pressure' against Russia for its ongoing war in Ukraine, to support Ukraine's defense and rebuilding efforts, and to hold Russia accountable for its actions.
How: Prime Minister Mark Carney announced the sanctions and aid package alongside Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on the sidelines of the G7 summit. Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand provided details on the sanctions. G7 leaders held a working session on the war in Ukraine.