A dozen leaders from Europe and Canada are in Ukraine’s capital to mark the third anniversary of Russia’s invasion. The visitors, including European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau were set to attend anniversary events and discuss supporting Ukraine with President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
The outgoing Canadian leader has maintained strong support for Ukraine since Russia's 2022 invasion, but the relationship his successor will have with the country remains to be seen.
European leaders visit Kyiv as questions swirl over future of US backing for Ukraine under President Donald Trump.
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskiy stressed in a call on Thursday that any talks to end the war with Russia must include Kyiv at the negotiating table,
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau did not rule out sending Canadian troops to Ukraine as part of a possible ceasefire deal as he joined European leaders Monday in Kyiv to mark the third anniversary of Russia's full-scale invasion.
China has lodged a diplomatic protest against Canada for including Chinese companies in new sanctions against Russia, its foreign ministry said on Tuesday.
During a news conference following a summit in Kyiv to mark the third anniversary of the Russian invasion, Trudeau was asked if he meant Canada was prepared “to send boots on the ground” to stand alongside European allies in guaranteeing Ukraine’s long-term security.
The Canadian Prime Minister's visit to Ukraine on February 24 aimed to reaffirm Canada's commitment to supporting Ukraine, both militarily and financially, according to Ukrainian President's office
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau reaffirmed Canada’s steadfast support for Ukraine on Wednesday, emphasizing that the country’s fight is not only about defending its sovereignty but also about preserving global stability.