Today, the Prime Minister, Mark Carney, spoke with the President of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
The Prime Minister offered his condolences for the victims of Russia’s latest atrocities and reaffirmed Canada’s solidarity with the people of Ukraine. Both leaders underscored the urgent need for Russia to immediately cease its strikes on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure.
The leaders discussed the new agreement between the United States and Russia to supply millions of tonnes of diesel to the United States. The Prime Minister was clear: this agreement is in direct opposition to the efforts of Ukraine, Canada, and our allies to create peace and stability in Europe. It will provide additional revenue for Russia and help finance its illegal, unjustifiable war against Ukraine.
Canada has imposed over 3,500 sanctions in response to Russia’s violations of Ukraine’s sovereignty. During their conversation, Prime Minister Carney assured President Zelenskyy that Canada will maintain and, where effective, tighten sanctions to support efforts to secure a just and lasting peace in Ukraine.
The Prime Minister underscored Canada’s unwavering support for Ukraine – for its sovereignty, independence, and territorial integrity. Since Russia’s unprovoked and unjustifiable full-scale invasion began, Canada has committed over $8.5 billion in military support and over $750 million for Ukraine’s recovery and reconstruction. Most recently, Prime Minister Carney welcomed President Zelenskyy to Canada, where the leaders announced $355 million to support Ukraine’s air defences. During today’s call, they discussed increasing coordination with allies to build on this support for Ukraine’s air defence.
Prime Minister Carney and President Zelenskyy agreed to remain in close contact.