Zelenskyy Meets Carney En Route

In a significant diplomatic engagement, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a meeting with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney in Halifax, Canada, on his way to a scheduled meeting in Florida with U.S. President Donald Trump. The meeting underscores the ongoing international support for Ukraine amidst its conflict with Russia.

During the meeting, President Zelenskyy expressed his gratitude to Prime Minister Carney and the people of Canada for their steadfast support during the years of conflict. He highlighted a recent attack on Ukraine, where nearly 500 drones and dozens of missiles were launched by Russia. Zelenskyy emphasized that these aggressive actions contradict Russia’s peace rhetoric, portraying a stark refusal of peace efforts by Russian leadership.

On his part, Prime Minister Carney reiterated Canada’s support for Ukraine, both militarily and economically, announcing a substantial aid package of 2.5 billion Canadian dollars. He stressed the importance of continued international support for Ukraine and the need for increased pressure on Russia to engage in genuine peace talks. Both leaders discussed strengthening Ukraine’s air defense capabilities and explored existing diplomatic avenues to resolve the conflict.

The discussions between Zelenskyy and Carney reflect a unified stance on several critical issues, highlighting the global dimensions of the Ukrainian crisis and the concerted efforts required to achieve a just and lasting peace in the region.