Canada’s top general tries to reassure Ukraine as NATO tensions flare

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Canada’s top military commander attempted to deliver a message of reassurance to Ukrainians on Thursday that NATO remains a stable, vital force despite turmoil and criticism — most of it from the Trump administration.