Carney Says Trump’s Russia-Ukraine Energy Ceasefire Could ‘Significantly De-escalate’ War

An energy ceasefire being brokered by U.S. President Donald Trump between Russia and Ukraine could significantly de-escalate the war and protect thousands of civilians, Prime Minister Mark Carney said a few hours after announcement of the deal. “Canada calls on Russia to uphold this agreement as we keep working with our Allies to secure a [...]

Carney Says Trump’s Russia-Ukraine Energy Ceasefire Could ‘Significantly De-escalate’ War

TL;DR

  • Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney believes a U.S.-brokered energy ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine could significantly de-escalate the war.
  • The ceasefire has the potential to protect thousands of civilians from harm and hardship.
  • Carney urged Russia to uphold the agreement and stated Canada's commitment to working with allies for peace in Ukraine and Europe.
  • He discussed the energy ceasefire and the war with U.S. President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.