Assurance on Safety Measures Excludes Deployment of American Troops
The White House has expressed its openness to cooperating with both Ukraine and Russia in discussions about security guarantees, with a view to maintaining peace in the region. In a statement, White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt confirmed that U.S. boots will not be on the ground in Ukraine, but the President has not ruled out military options at his disposal.
The potential U.S. security guarantees to Ukraine, excluding the deployment of U.S. ground troops, are centred on providing strong assurances and support aimed at deterring further aggression and maintaining Ukraine’s sovereignty.
Key elements typically considered include military aid and defensive support, such as the continued supply of advanced defensive weaponry, intelligence sharing, and training to Ukraine’s armed forces. Provision of air defense systems, anti-ship missiles, and other defensive technologies to strengthen Ukraine’s ability to defend its territory independently is also under consideration.
Security assurances and treaties, including formal commitments not to attack Ukraine and to defend its sovereignty through diplomatic and economic means rather than direct military intervention, are also being discussed. The possibility of Ukraine's inclusion in a security framework or treaty underwritten by the U.S. and allies is being explored, providing assurances similar to a mutual defense pact but without stationing U.S. troops in Ukraine.
Economic and cybersecurity support, such as sustained economic aid to help Ukraine rebuild and stabilize its economy post-conflict, and robust cyber defense cooperation to protect Ukraine’s critical infrastructure from future hybrid or cyberattacks, are also being considered.
Diplomatic and political backing, including ongoing U.S. support for Ukraine in international forums, and diplomatic efforts to deter further aggression via sanctions or political pressure against aggressive actors, is also part of the discussion. The commitment to help Ukraine regain and maintain full territorial integrity, including Crimea and the eastern regions, is also a key consideration.
Enhanced cooperation with NATO countries to ensure deterrence in Eastern Europe is also being proposed, although Ukraine itself may not immediately join NATO under such an agreement. Increased U.S. and allied military presence in neighbouring NATO countries to reassure the region and deter broader conflict escalation is also being considered.
President Trump has suggested that a Putin-Zelensky peace summit should take place soon, and he has directed his national security team to coordinate with European allies on security guarantees. However, the White House has not provided details regarding the timing and location of a possible Putin-Zelensky peace summit. President Trump has also ruled out the positioning of any U.S. troops on Ukrainian soil as part of a post-peace deal security force.
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