Peace agreement is approaching: what security guarantees does Ukraine demand

Peace agreement is approaching: what security guarantees does Ukraine demand

According to Главком: Negotiations between the USA, Ukraine, and Russia are bringing closer the signing of a peace agreement. A key condition for Ukraine is the receipt of security guarantees. Since January 3, 2023, 18 national security advisors from partner countries have been working in Ukraine to develop the peace plan. President Volodymyr Zelensky predicts that the final versions of the plans may be ready by the end of January.

The main provisions of the peace plan draft include Ukraine's demands for security guarantees, which must include the physical presence of military forces from European countries in Ukraine, as Volodymyr Zelensky noted. According to the peace plan, Ukraine intends to maintain an army of 800,000 servicemen in peacetime. The document of the joint settlement plan between Ukraine and the USA consists of 20 points and is 90% agreed upon.

• Guarantees from the USA, NATO, and European countries based on Article 5 of the North Atlantic Alliance.
• Clearly defined timelines for Ukraine's accession to the European Union.
• Conclusion of a bilateral security agreement with the USA.
• Deployment of military contingents from individual European countries in Ukraine.

Donald Trump, the American leader, confirmed strong security guarantees for Ukraine during the meeting on December 28. He also expressed readiness to visit Ukraine and speak before the Verkhovna Rada if such a step would help stop the war. These statements indicate an activation of international support for Ukraine in its pursuit of a peaceful resolution to the conflict.

Ukraine's efforts to obtain security guarantees from international partners are an important step toward stability and peace in the region. The participation of the USA and European countries in such processes can play a crucial role in preventing further military conflicts. It is important that the future peace agreement not only restores Ukraine's territorial integrity but also ensures long-term security and stability in the country.