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Canada Boosts Support for Ukraine Amid Peace Talks

12/29/2025

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Zelenskyy Receives Support

Prime Minister Mark Carney welcomed Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in Halifax, signaling Canada’s support.
Canada has provided nearly $22 billion in aid, including $2.5 billion announced during the meeting.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is set to meet U.S. President Donald Trump to discuss a 20-point peace plan.
Zelenskyy remains committed to a just, lasting peace and urges continued pressure on Russia as negotiations progress.

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Trump and Zelensky Discuss Peace

U.S. President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky met at Mar-a-Lago to discuss a peace plan in Russia-Ukraine conflict.
Trump called the meeting "terrific" and noted progress on Ukraine security guarantees.
Zelensky said about 90% of the plan is agreed, with unresolved issues remaining in Donbas and NATO membership.
Trump said a security agreement would be established with European nations.
Zelensky remains committed to achieving peace despite complexities.

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Historical Context

In 2022, Canada pledged nearly $22 billion in aid to Ukraine, including military support, amid Russia's ongoing invasion that began on February 24. This commitment reflects historical alliances formed during the Cold War, as Western nations unite against Russian aggression. The Ukraine Defense Contact Group, initiated in April 2022, exemplifies this coalition's efforts to enhance Ukraine's military capabilities and reshape security dynamics in Eastern Europe.

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Zelenskyy Receives Support

Prime Minister Mark Carney welcomed Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in Halifax, signaling Canada’s support.
Canada has provided nearly $22 billion in aid, including $2.5 billion announced during the meeting.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is set to meet U.S. President Donald Trump to discuss a 20-point peace plan.
Zelenskyy remains committed to a just, lasting peace and urges continued pressure on Russia as negotiations progress.

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