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As the United States pauses military aid to Ukraine amid a deepening rift between the two nations, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau reaffirmed Canada’s unwavering support for Kyiv, drawing a stark contrast with Washington.
Speaking to reporters, Trudeau said the US seems to be aligning more with Russia amid the ongoing war, emphasizing that Canada continues its support for Ukraine and will not waver in standing against Russian aggression.
"We know who our friends are, we know who our opponents are. And there is no question that Vladimir Putin and his attack, not just on Ukraine, but on the rules-based international order, on the founding principles of the United Nations, is an opponent of Canada," Trudeau said.
"Today the United States launched a trade war against Canada, their closest partner and ally, their closest friend. At the same time, they’re talking about working positively with Russia, appeasing Vladimir Putin, a lying, murderous dictator. Make that make sense," he added.
Trudeau’s comment comes after the White House paused all military aid to Ukraine following an explosive encounter in the Oval Office between US President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
During the heated exchange in front of cameras, Trump told Zelenskyy to make a deal with Russia to end the war in Ukraine or "we’re out."
Trump and US Vice President JD Vance also accused Zelenskyy of "gambling with World War III" and told him he must be more grateful for US assistance in the fight against Russia’s three-year siege.
As Washington continues to distance itself from Ukraine, Trudeau said he has spent "quite a bit of time" over the past couple of weeks meeting with European allies to talk about a number of topics, including "standing up for the rules-based order by defending Ukraine."
"But also being there for each other in a more challenging and uncertain world," he said.
On Tuesday, Zelenskyy took to X and posted that his meeting with Trump "did not go the way it was supposed to be."
"It is regrettable that it happened this way. It is time to make things right. We would like future cooperation and communication to be constructive," he stated.
Ukraine also said on Tuesday its forces could hold their own on the battlefield as they fight Russian troops after the US said it was pausing aid to Kyiv.
"Our military and the government have the capabilities, the tools, let’s say, to maintain the situation on the front line," Ukraine’s Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal said.
Ukraine has relied on US and European military aid to hold off a bigger and better-armed foe throughout three years of warfare that has killed and injured hundreds of thousands of soldiers on both sides and flattened Ukrainian cities.
Since Russia’s invasion three years ago, the US Congress has approved $175 billion in total assistance for Ukraine, according to the nonpartisan Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget.
Conclusion:
The rift between the US and Ukraine has deepened, with the US pausing military aid to Ukraine and Ukraine’s leaders expressing disappointment at the turn of events. Canada, on the other hand, has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting Ukraine and standing against Russian aggression.
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What is the current situation between the US and Ukraine?
The US has paused military aid to Ukraine, while Ukraine’s leaders have expressed disappointment at the turn of events. -
What is Canada’s stance on the situation?
Canada has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting Ukraine and standing against Russian aggression. -
What is the current situation on the battlefield?
Ukraine’s forces are continuing to fight Russian troops, with Ukraine’s Prime Minister saying that they have the capability to maintain the situation on the front line. -
What is the significance of the US pause in military aid to Ukraine?
The pause in military aid may have significant implications for Ukraine’s ability to defend itself against Russian aggression.
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