Today, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau spoke with the Prime Minister of Sweden Stefan Löfven.

Prime Minister Trudeau and Prime Minister Löfven exchanged heartfelt condolences for the loss of lives in the Ukraine International Airlines crash in Iran, including of Canadian and Swedish citizens.

The two leaders agreed that a thorough, credible, and transparent investigation into this tragic incident is crucial. Prime Minister Trudeau and Prime Minister Löfven committed to continued close cooperation on next steps in the investigation process, including with other nations impacted by this tragedy.

The Prime Ministers discussed the recent developments in the Middle East and emphasized the importance of de-escalation for stability and security in the region.