Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has confirmed reports of his resignation, stating that he will step down as leader of the Liberal Party and subsequently as Prime Minister.
In a speech delivered on Monday, January 6, in Ottawa, Trudeau announced that he would resign once a new leader for the Liberal Party is elected.
He also stated that, to avoid internal conflicts, he will resign as Prime Minister but emphasized that he will continue in both roles until a successor is chosen and elections are held.