Global Affairs Canada says it is aware of the death of a Canadian citizen in Russia.
But the department won’t confirm reports the Canadian was among four foreign fighters who had crossed into Russia to fight for Ukraine.
The Globe and Mail reported today that four foreigners, including at least one Canadian, were killed on Sunday in a firefight in Russia’s Bryansk region, which borders Ukraine.
Asked about the report, a spokesperson with Global Affairs would only say the federal government is aware of the death of a Canadian and that it offers its condolences to family and friends of the deceased….