Zelensky thanked Canadian PM Mark Carney after talks in Canada, including joint calls with European leaders. Zelensky stressed Russia rejected even a Christmas ceasefire and continues brutal missile and drone strikes, showing its real attitude toward diplomacy. He welcomed Canada’s new aid package, especially support for air defense, and said stronger pressure on Moscow is essential.
Zelensky says security guarantees, timelines and Ukraine’s economic recovery will be central topics in his meeting with Trump. Zelensky stressed guarantees must come together with ending the war to prevent renewed Russian aggression, while noting frozen Russian assets alone are not enough to rebuild Ukraine.
Dozens of Ukrainian UAVs are said to be heading toward the Russian capital right now, with air defenses already engaged. Another group of drones is heading for occupied Crimea.
Operators of the 425th Assault Regiment Skelya are hitting Russian troops in the northern part of Pokrovsk.
Zelensky says the latest attack is Russia’s response to Ukraine’s peace efforts. “This shows Putin does not want peace. We do. He is a warmonger, but afraid to say it publicly,” Zelensky stated, calling the strikes further proof of Moscow’s real intentions.
An F-16 of the Air Force of Ukraine was seen shooting down a Russian Shahed drone during today’s attack.
Putin threatens that if Ukraine refuses Moscow’s terms, Russia will “solve everything by war.” At the same time, the Kremlin claims its forces have captured Huliaipole and Myrnohrad. Another round of intimidation, lies and fantasy victories.
Mark Carney announces Canada will provide $2.5 billion in economic aid to Ukraine - aimed on rebuilding Ukraine. Another major economic commitment.
Zelensky has arrived in Halifax, according to his spokesperson. He is set to hold a bilateral meeting with Canadian PM Mark Carney, followed by a joint phone call with European leaders.
Occupied Donetsk is under active Ukrainian drone operations. Multiple explosions are being reported across the city as strikes continue.
