Kyiv: Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, during his visit to Ukraine, said on Saturday that he cannot rule out the possibility of sending Canadian peacekeepers to the war-torn nation.
Carney, who met Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in Kyiv, reaffirmed Canada’s “unwavering support” for Ukraine in its fight against Russian aggression. While Canada has already provided military aid, training, and financial assistance, Carney said that discussions on future support remain open.
“I would never take anything off the table when it comes to standing with Ukraine,” Carney said during a joint press briefing with Zelenskyy. “Canada will continue to assess what more can be done to help ensure Ukraine’s sovereignty and security.”
The Prime Minister’s comments come as Ukraine pushes for more international assistance amid intense fighting in the eastern regions. While no formal request for peacekeepers has been made, Carney’s remarks suggest Ottawa is considering a broader role in supporting Kyiv.
Canada currently has troops stationed in Europe as part of NATO operations and has been a vocal supporter of sanctions against Russia. Any move to deploy peacekeepers would likely require coordination with NATO allies and approval from Parliament.
Carney’s visit marks his first trip to Ukraine since becoming Prime Minister, signaling Canada’s continued commitment to Kyiv as the war enters a critical phase.