European powers working on assurances for Kyiv,Assuring no deployment of American troops
In the coming days, high-level talks are expected to take place regarding the future security of Ukraine. The discussions, which may occur this week, involve European leaders and US officials who are proposing an "Article 5-like" security guarantee framework to protect Ukraine from potential future Russian attacks.
This proposed framework would serve as a two-layered approach, with the primary focus on empowering the Ukrainian military as the first line of defense. The second layer would involve security guarantees from the United States and European nations.
The exact nature of the US involvement in this security framework is currently under negotiation. Discussions encompass a wide range of possibilities, including direct military presence, support roles such as intelligence and logistics, or combat involvement if Ukraine were attacked again. These talks are active in diplomatic and military circles, reflecting a push for a comprehensive deterrence strategy rather than just short-term aid.
Germany, along with its partners, is working diligently on the details for reliable security guarantees for Ukraine. Chancellor Friedrich Merz has stated that a meeting between Ukrainian President Zelenskyy and Kremlin leader Vladimir Putin is planned within the next two weeks. However, there is ongoing disagreement over whether an immediate ceasefire should be a precondition for these peace talks. While Trump has dropped this central demand, Chancellor Merz continues to insist on it.
President Macron of France has also warned against rushing into a peace treaty without solid guarantees. Meanwhile, Moscow's initial reaction to the talks is cautious, with Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov stating that all contacts involving heads of state must be prepared with utmost care.
As these negotiations unfold, the outcome, possible US contribution, and coordination with partners are being carefully considered. Zelenskyy has described security guarantees for his country as a priority for peace with Russia. The German government has hailed the Ukraine summit in Washington as a historic event, with the dynamics of the Trump-Putin summit in Alaska having been reversed.
In the midst of these discussions, it is clear that a more formalized and collective security commitment to Ukraine is being considered in the wake of a possible peace deal. However, it remains to be seen how Russia will react to the proposed security guarantees and whether they will agree to the stationing of troops from NATO countries in Ukraine.
[1] European leaders and US officials propose an "Article 5-like" security guarantee framework for Ukraine. [2] The plan aims to empower the Ukrainian military as the first defense layer and provide a backup security guarantee through US and European commitments. [3] The exact nature of US involvement—whether direct military presence, support roles like intelligence and logistics, or combat—remains under negotiation. [4] Discussions are ongoing at the highest levels of NATO and US-European diplomatic channels, with a focus on a joint military plan for long-term security. [5] Security guarantees against further Russian attacks are seen as a prerequisite for Ukraine to make concessions in negotiations. [6] Russia currently rejects the stationing of troops from NATO countries in Ukraine. [7] US President Trump is pushing for a bilateral meeting between Zelenskyy and Kremlin leader Vladimir Putin, followed by a trilateral meeting with his participation. [8] Putin has agreed to a bilateral meeting with the Ukrainian president, according to German government circles.
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