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Liberal Ranks Grow as Michael Ma Joins Carney’s Team

                      Markham-Unionville MP Michael Ma crossed the floor to join the Liberals on Thursday. In a dramatic political shift on Parliament Hill, Michael Ma, the Member of Parliament for Markham–Unionville, announced on December 11, 2025, that he is leaving the Conservative caucus to sit with the Liberals . His decision follows weeks of consultation with constituents and family, and comes on the heels of Nova Scotia MP Chris d’Entremont’s defection last month. Ma explained that his move was motivated by a desire for “unity and decisive action for Canada’s future.” He praised Prime Minister Mark Carney’s leadership, describing it as a steady and practical approach to tackling pressing issues such as affordability, economic growth, community safety, and opportunities for young families. The floor-crossing is politically significant: the Liberals now hold 171 seats, just one short of a majority in the House of...
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Servicemen of the Spalah Unmanned Systems Battalion of the 28th Separate Mechanized Brigade of the Armed Forces of Ukraine attend a basic military exercise, amid Russia's attack on Ukraine, in Kharkiv region, Ukraine November 25, 2025.



The recently unveiled 28-point U.S. peace plan for Ukraine has ignited a storm of criticism after reports revealed it was largely based on a document originally drafted by Russia. The proposal was sent by Moscow to senior U.S. officials in October, shortly after President Donald Trump met with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in Washington.

The plan includes provisions that mirror long-standing Russian demands, such as territorial concessions in eastern Ukraine and restrictions on Kyiv’s NATO ambitions. These terms have been widely rejected by Ukraine in past negotiations, fueling suspicions that the U.S.-backed framework amounts to a “peace without Ukraine” scenario.

Ukrainian officials, civil society groups, and international allies have denounced the proposal, arguing it undermines Ukraine’s sovereignty and security. Critics say the plan pressures Kyiv into accepting Moscow’s terms while offering little in the way of guarantees against future aggression. The backlash has been swift, with many describing the blueprint as a Russian wish list repackaged as an American initiative.

The White House has avoided direct comment on the Russian origins of the plan, instead highlighting Trump’s optimism about progress. Meanwhile, European allies have drafted counterproposals, seeking to reassert Ukraine’s sovereignty and balance the framework with stronger security guarantees.

While U.S. and Ukrainian delegations have since discussed an “updated and refined peace framework,” skepticism remains high. For many in Kyiv and beyond, the revelation that Washington’s plan was rooted in a Kremlin submission has deepened doubts about its credibility and fairness.

The controversy underscores the fragile trust in international mediation efforts and highlights the difficulty of crafting a peace deal that does not tilt heavily in Russia’s favor. As negotiations continue, the central question remains: can a plan born from Moscow’s blueprint ever deliver a just and lasting peace for Ukraine?

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