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Canada condemns Russia’s use of hypersonic missile as escalation in Ukraine war
The Canadian PressUpdated: January 09, 2026 at 3:50PM EST
Published: January 09, 2026 at 3:48PM EST
A residential building is seen damaged after a Russian strike in Kyiv, Ukraine, Friday, Jan. 9, 2026. (AP Photo/Efrem Lukatsky) (Efrem Lukatsky)
OTTAWA — Prime Minister Mark Carney is joining European leaders in condemning Russia’s use of a powerful hypersonic missile on Ukraine as an escalation.
Carney says Russia’s second use of the Oreshnik missile is “a clear and dangerous escalation that targeted Ukrainian energy infrastructure and the homes of innocent Ukrainians.”
Moscow says the weapon can evade missile defence systems and could be used against Ukraine’s allies if they strike deep into Russia.
Observers say the missile strike, which hit western Ukraine, was meant as a clear warning to Kyiv’s allies in the NATO military alliance.
The launch of the nuclear-capable missile came days after Ukraine and its allies agreed on security guarantees to defend the country from further Russian aggression if a U.S.-led peace process leads to a deal.
Ukraine is seeking international meetings to discuss the use of the missile for the first time since November 2024.
On Monday, Russia sanctioned 28 Canadians of Ukrainian origin in retaliation for Canadian sanctions related to Russia’s invasion.
This report by The Canadian Press was first published Jan. 9, 2025
With files from The Associated Press
Dylan Robertson, The Canadian Press
Canada condemns Russia’s use of hypersonic missile as escalation in Ukraine war
Prime Minister Mark Carney is joining European leaders in condemning Russia’s use of a powerful hypersonic missile on Ukraine as an escalation.
