cross-posted from: https://lemmy.world/post/22457627
Summary
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau opposed any deal letting Russia keep Ukrainian land, saying it would encourage other countries to break international rules.
Speaking to a NATO meeting, he highlighted Canada’s $19.5 billion aid to Ukraine and stressed the need to defend global stability.
Trudeau defended his plan to raise military spending to 2% of GDP by 2032 after criticism of Canada’s low defense funding.
He warned against isolating Ukraine, saying continued support is crucial to stop further global conflicts.
Regardless of what you think of Trudeau otherwise, he’s absolutely right here. Russia cannot be allowed to break international law without consequence, as it would show other countries cough Israel cough that they can get away with impunity as long as they have nukes