Trudeau ‘Outraged And Furious’ After Iran’s Admission Over Jetliner’s Drowning

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says he is ‘outraged and furious’ following Iran’s admission that it unintentionally shot down a Ukrainian jetliner over Tehran, killing all 176 civilians on board, including 57 Canadians.

“What Iran has admitted to is very serious. Shooting down a civilian aircraft is horrific,’ Trudeau said at a news conference in Ottawa on Saturday afternoon. “Iran must take full responsibility. Canada will not rest until we get the accountability, justice and closure that the family’s deserve.”

Trudeau says he spoke with Iranian President Hassan Rouhani by phone, saying accountability must include a creditable investigation and compensation for the families of the dead.

Trudeau says he received a commitment to collaborate in order to give closure to the victims of the tragedy.

Trudeau says three visas have been approved for Canadian officials. They are expected to arrive in Tehran around 4 pm today.