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"This is a moment for us to both thank Ukraine and demonstrate our solidarity," Trudeau said.

Russia's military has suffered enormous losses in the two years since it invaded Ukraine. Multiple experts and top military commanders are warning that Moscow is finding innovative ways to rebuild, despite sanctions. It's an effort that could tip the balance on the battlefield in Ukraine and throughout Europe.

The two governments are now ironing out the final terms of defense cooperation based on a memorandum of understanding signed last year.

The new council is tasked with protecting the Navy from foreign adversaries' economic and industrial threats.

The Army is seeking approval for its short-range air defense requirements, which will solidify a program of record for the rapidly developed capability.

As the war against Ukraine enters is third year, Moscow's carefully orchestrated image as a defense-industrial juggernaut is facing headwinds.

The country aspires to own the entire value chain for making advanced combat aircraft.