Prime Minister Justin Trudeau will join mourners in Richmond Hill, Ont., this afternoon to mark four years since the Iranian military shot down Flight PS752.
We also gave them an update on the work our government is doing – including taking this matter to the International Civil Aviation Organization with our partners. Our commitment to these families, and to the pursuit of justice, is unwavering.
— Justin Trudeau (@JustinTrudeau) January 8, 2024Today, we solemnly remember the victims of all air disasters, and we stand with their families and friends. With our partners, we’ll keep working to strengthen the safety and security of air travel for Canadians – both here at home and around the world. https://t.co/cafqTkd4cQ
— Justin Trudeau (@JustinTrudeau) January 8, 2024
Everyone aboard was killed when Iranian officials shot down the Ukraine International Airlines jetliner in January 2020 shortly after its take-off from Tehran.
Most of the passengers were bound for Canada via Ukraine, including 55 Canadian citizens and 30 permanent residents.