Allies must support Zelenskiy for Ukraine's peace negotiations

Canadian Foreign Minister Melanie Joly emphasized the need for allies to collaborate with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy to secure a favorable peace deal amid ongoing Russian aggression. This follows a tense meeting between Zelenskiy and U.S. President Donald Trump. Zelenskiy left the White House without signing a critical minerals deal after a heated exchange with Trump, who criticized him on social media. Joly highlighted Zelenskiy's leadership and the importance of diplomatic efforts to ensure Ukraine's security. Canada has committed over C$12.4 billion in support for Ukraine and sanctioned numerous individuals linked to Russia. Joly noted that Canada, as a middle power, aims to uphold international norms and peace established after World War II.