‘With you every step of the way’: Canadian PM Mark Carney arrives in Ukraine for independence day celebrations; pledges ‘unwavering’ support

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Canadian prime minister Mark Carney arrived in Kyiv on Sunday to affix Ukraine’s Independence Day celebrations, marking the event with a collection of conferences and occasions as a “special guest.” “On this Ukrainian Independence Day, and at this critical moment in their nation’s history, Canada is stepping up our support and our efforts towards a just and lasting peace for Ukraine,” Carney mentioned by way of a publish on X as he landed in Kyiv.Carney reiterated his “unwavering” support for the Ukrainian, pledging solidarity amid fading prospects for a summit between the Russian and Ukrainian presidents. “Canada’s support for Ukraine is unwavering and we are with you every step of the way, in your fight to defend your sovereignty, and to realize your dreams for your country,” Carney mentioned. Ukraine’s thirty fourth Independence Day can even be marked with occasions throughout Canada on Sunday. “On this special day, Ukraine’s Independence Day, it is especially important for us to feel the support of our friends. And Canada has always stood by us,” Andriy Yermak, the head of the workplace of the Ukrainian president mentioned by way of a publish on Telegram. Carney’s unannounced journey kinds half of a wider tour that features visits to Poland, Germany, and Latvia, with a deal with ending the Russia-Ukraine battle. Canada’s army has skilled 1000’s of Ukrainian troopers, and Carney is about to satisfy Canadian troops in Warsaw and Riga, the place Canada instructions a multinational Nato brigade, reviews The Globe and Mail. Meanwhile, Nato secretary normal Mark Rutte additionally visited Kyiv on Friday and advised a press convention with Zelenskyy that post-war ensures would come with strengthening Ukraine’s army and deterrence commitments from the US and allies, together with Canada, to forestall future Russian aggression.Regarding ongoing support for Ukraine, Canada pledged an extra $2 billion in defence help at the current G7 Summit in Kananaskis, Alberta. It has additionally signed a strategic defence settlement with the European Union to allow joint procurement and manufacturing with allies, together with Ukraine, as cited by CBC News. At a information convention in Ottawa on Friday, Carney mentioned Canada might play a job in offering safety ensures for Ukraine if an settlement is reached to finish the struggle. He famous that the nation is a core member of the “coalition of the willing” an alliance of about 30 international locations supporting Ukraine. “It’s a fluid situation. It’s a delicate situation,” Carney mentioned, explaining that discussions cowl weapons, coaching, and land, air, and sea support. He added that Canada “might play” a job inside that broader group. “Canada has the potential to have an important role. So, we’re very engaged in these sets of issues,” he mentioned, noting that he additionally mentioned the matter in a cellphone name this week with US President Donald Trump, as per the Globe and Mail.