Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is set to travel to Canada next week, as per sources familiar with the matter. The Globe and Mail first reported the visit, which has now been confirmed by two separate sources. It is anticipated that Zelenskyy’s visit to Canada may involve two stops.
Zelenskyy’s previous visit to Canada took place in December, during which he held discussions with Prime Minister Mark Carney in Halifax before proceeding to the U.S. for talks with President Donald Trump regarding resolving the Russia-Ukraine conflict. The Prime Minister’s Office opted not to provide any comments regarding the upcoming visit.
News of Zelenskyy’s visit coincides with Russian President Vladimir Putin’s statement that several nations, including the U.S. and China, are prepared to assist in reaching a peace agreement between Russia and Ukraine. However, Putin emphasized that the primary responsibility for resolving the conflict lies with Russia and Ukraine. He expressed gratitude to those contributing to the peace process and expressed optimism about the prospects for a resolution.
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha, speaking in Kyiv, indicated a renewed momentum in peace efforts, with increased political and diplomatic engagement in various global capitals. Following 4½ years of the deadliest conflict in Europe since World War II, both sides rarely offer positive assessments of peace prospects. Their last meeting for U.S.-mediated talks occurred in February.