Carney Joins Global Leaders in Virtual Meeting to Back Ukraine and Press for Ceasefire
OTTAWA — Prime Minister Mark Carney joined international leaders on Saturday in a virtual meeting of the Coalition of the Willing, reaffirming Canada’s commitment to Ukraine’s long-term security and to efforts to secure a just and lasting peace.
Hosted by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and co-chaired by UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer and French President Emmanuel Macron, the meeting brought together Canada’s closest allies and partners amid ongoing conflict in Ukraine.
Early this morning, I spoke with @ZelenskyyUA and many of our closest allies as part of the Coalition of the Willing.
We continue to support a 30-day ceasefire in Ukraine without conditions or delays.
A path to peace has been proposed. An end to this senseless and…
— Mark Carney (@MarkJCarney) May 10, 2025
According to the Prime Minister’s Office, leaders underscored their united support for Ukraine and committed to ensuring the country’s ability to deter future Russian aggression. They also pledged to maintain economic pressure on Russia and to intensify sanctions if Russia rejects the latest peace efforts.
The group voiced strong backing for a U.S.-led proposal for an unconditional 30-day ceasefire. Leaders warned that if Moscow refuses to participate or delays the process, coordinated action would follow.
Canada continues to play a leading role among NATO and G7 allies supporting Ukraine through military, financial, and humanitarian assistance, as well as through sanctions targeting Russian leadership and industries.
