Question Period Note: Ukraine files case against Russia at the ICJ

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Reference number:
00054-2022
Date received:
Jun 28, 2022
Organization:
Global Affairs Canada
Name of Minister:
Joly, Mélanie (Hon.)
Title of Minister:
Minister of Foreign Affairs

Issue/Question:

Ukraine has filed an application to institute proceedings against Russia before the International Court of Justice (ICJ), over allegations of genocide committed against Ukrainian civilians.

Suggested Response:

• Canada is actively considering supporting Ukraine's application at the International Court of Justice.
• At this moment, the most urgent need is for the Court to urgently address the provisional measures that Ukraine has requested in its application.

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