Canada has not made any decisions on the possible supply of German-made tanks to Ukraine, this issue is under discussion by the Canadian government. Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said.
Trudeau was asked to comment on the situation with the possible supply of Leopard tanks to Kyiv 2 from the presence of the Canadian army. According to Prime Minister, To date, no decisions have been made on this topic., so he can't say anything.. At the same time, Canada is in constant contact with Ukraine and keeps under control all the requirements of the Armed Forces of Ukraine for the necessary weapons..
We have nothing to announce today, but we will continue to study [question] About, how Canada can help (…) And we'll keep doing it- Trudeau added.
Earlier, Advisor to the Office of the President of Ukraine Mykhailo Podolyak said, that Ukraine does not rely only on German tanks, which European countries can supply, Zelensky will ask for the supply of Leopard 2A4 tanks from his Canadian colleague Justin Trudeau. At the same time, the president's office is sure, that a Canadian would not refuse such a request, especially, that he has friendly relations with Zelensky. According to the adviser, the conversation will take place only if Germany makes a positive decision on the transfer of tanks and re-export, respectively.
In service with the Canadian Armed Forces are 82 Leopard tank, purchased in 2007 year. Of these, only 40 are in service – this 20 tanks Leopard 2A6M CAN and more 20 in Leopard 2A4M CAN modification. Rest 42 Leopard 2A4M CAN tanks are in storage and may well be transferred to Ukraine as part of the next military aid package.
