US Signals Security Guarantees for Ukraine in Talks
The United States has agreed in principle to provide security guarantees to Ukraine as part of ongoing peace discussions aimed at ending the conflict with Russia, according to U.S. officials familiar with the negotiations. The assurances are being discussed as part of broader diplomatic efforts involving Ukraine and its partners to establish a durable post-war security framework.
Officials said the guarantees under consideration stop short of NATO-style collective defence commitments but are intended to strengthen Ukraine’s long-term security and deter future aggression. These may include continued military assistance, intelligence sharing, training support, and long-term defence cooperation agreements.
Not a NATO Membership Substitute
U.S. officials clarified that the proposed guarantees are not equivalent to NATO membership and do not involve automatic military intervention by American forces. Instead, the focus is on sustained support mechanisms that would help Ukraine defend itself if future threats arise.
Ukraine has repeatedly sought binding security commitments from Western allies, arguing that past assurances failed to prevent the current conflict. Washington has maintained that any guarantees must be realistic, credible, and acceptable to multiple partners involved in the peace process.
Part of Wider Diplomatic Effort
The security guarantees are being discussed alongside ceasefire terms, territorial issues, and reconstruction plans. U.S. officials stressed that no final agreement has been reached and that discussions remain at a sensitive stage. Any arrangement would also depend on Ukraine’s consent and coordination with European allies.
Russia Yet to Respond Formally
There has been no official response from Moscow to the reported U.S. position. Russia has previously opposed Western military commitments to Ukraine, viewing them as a threat to its own security interests.
U.S. officials said consultations with allies will continue as talks progress.
