Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, who has tested positive for Covid-19 and was taken to an ‘secret’ location, has ruled out calling the country, at least for now, as protests rage over his government’s vaccine mandate The possibility of the army deporting protesters. The capital, Ottawa.
“It’s not on the card right now. We have to be very careful when deploying the military against Canadians. Responsibility for dealing with instigators rests with the police. However, the federal government is ready to provide federal police and intelligence support to the provincial governments. ,” Trudeau said at a news conference.
The 50-year-old leader further said protesters should go home because their protests have caused “significant disruption” to city residents.
Trudeau’s remarks came after Ottawa Police Chief Peter Slowly suggested the government may have to call in the armed forces to end the unrest. “I am increasingly concerned that there is no police solution to this. We are looking at every option, including military assistance to civilian power,” Slowly said.
The so-called “Freedom Fleet 2022”, led by truck drivers, also has the backing of former US President Donald Trump. Protesters demand an end to tasks related to Covid-19 vaccinations, as well as lockdowns and requirements for vaccine passports.
For his part, Trudeau has refused to engage with the agitators, even describing them as a “marginal minority.”
“Over the past few days, Canadians have been shocked and frankly disgusted by the actions of some of those protesting in our nation’s capital,” he tweeted on Feb. 1.
“I want to be very clear: We will not be intimidated by those who abuse small business workers and steal food from the homeless. We will not give in to those who fly flags of racism. We will not give in to those who engage in People who sabotage activities or disrespect the memory of our veterans,” he added.
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