The Iranian government's admission that they unintentionally shot down a Ukrainian plane, killing all 176 aboard, could weaken the country's position in their conflict with the U.S., expert says.
TORONTO -- The Iranian government’s admission that they unintentionally shot down a Ukrainian plane, killing all 176 aboard, could weaken the country’s position in their conflict with the U.S., an expert says.
The U.S. killed Soleimani in a drone strike in Iraq earlier this month, a move that was slammed by the international community. U.S. President Donald Trump cited an “imminent threat,” as the cause for the strike, but a week later,On Wednesday, Iran fired ballistic missiles at a base housing U.S. troops in Iraq, without causing any casualties.
Speaking from Ottawa on Saturday, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said Iran was complying with Canada’s request for visas, and that three had already been approved for investigators. Those team members were set to arrive in Tehran Saturday, according to Trudeau, with more to follow in the coming weeks.
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