Washington [US], September 1 (ANI/Sputnik): Former US President Bill Clinton spoke with Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau about the need for assistance in Ukraine and shared insights as a former world leader, Trudeau said on Wednesday.

"Yesterday, President Bill Clinton and I spoke about the importance of strengthening democracy, making sure Ukraine has the assistance it needs, supporting people, and growing resilient economies. Thanks for the discussion, Mr . President, and for sharing your insights," Trudeau said via social media.

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The meeting came on the same day as the passing of former Soviet leader Mikhail Gorbachev, who Trudeau praised as "immensely consequential" during his 91-year life.

The late Soviet leader was known for openness and engaging in dialogue with foreign leaders, including then-political adversaries Ronald Reagan and George H.W. Bush, alongside whom he engaged in nuclear arms discussions and oversaw the collapse of the Soviet Union. (ANI/Sputnik)

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