Assurance for Kiev by Europeans: No Deployment of U.S. Troops
In a significant development, the United States, along with several European countries, is pushing for security guarantees for Ukraine to prevent further Russian aggression. This move comes amidst ongoing tensions between the two nations.
Moscow, in principle, has shown openness towards talks, but has expressed caution, with Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov stating that all contacts involving heads of state must be prepared with utmost care. The initial public reaction from Russia was muted, reflecting this careful approach.
The crux of the matter lies in the disagreement over the need for an immediate ceasefire as a precondition for peace talks. Chancellor Friedrich Merz continues to insist on this demand, while Ukrainian President Zelenskyy has not made it a prerequisite for a meeting with Kremlin leader Vladimir Putin.
The idea of Article 5 of the NATO treaty, which regulates collective defense, has been floated as a potential model for security guarantees for Ukraine. However, the details of the USA's contribution to the protection of Ukraine after a possible peace agreement remain unclear.
Trump has expressed a desire for a bilateral meeting between Zelenskyy and Putin, followed by a trilateral meeting with his participation. According to German government circles, Putin has agreed to a bilateral meeting with the Ukrainian president within the next two weeks.
Trump has also expressed a preference for a ceasefire, stating that it would immediately stop the killing of people, but also suggested working on a deal where they aim for a peace agreement. French President Emmanuel Macron, on the other hand, has warned against rushing into a peace treaty without assurances.
EU Council President António Costa spoke of growing momentum regarding security guarantees for Ukraine, suggesting a promise of protection similar to Article 5 of the NATO treaty with continued US engagement. Federal Chancellor Friedrich Merz believes the whole of Europe should participate in providing security guarantees for Ukraine.
Ten European Union countries, including France and the United Kingdom, have announced readiness to send troops to Ukraine to help secure a possible peace process, with the United States offering limited support in intelligence, logistics, and air defense roles.
The German government hailed the Ukraine summit in Washington as a historic event, with Trump largely aligning himself with the position of the Europeans. The course of negotiations, possible US contribution, and coordination with partners will be considered in determining Germany's security guarantees.
Germany and its partners are currently working on details for reliable security guarantees for Ukraine. This development marks a significant step towards peace and stability in the region, and the world watches with bated breath as negotiations unfold.
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