The issue of security guarantees for Ukraine has long been debated, but the exact format remains unclear for both Ukraine and its European partners. The EU seeks to postpone the end of the war to prevent it from spreading to its territory, so it cannot leave Ukraine without support.
Mechanisms for the confiscation of frozen Russian assets are under discussion to finance the Ukrainian Armed Forces, as is the issue of issuing zero-rate Eurobonds based on these assets to help the army and budget. Europe also supports building its own defense industry and the development of Ukraine's defense sector.
New steps include a contract to manufacture Swedish aircraft for Ukraine, preparation of instructors, and even limited military presence by experts in western Ukraine. At the same time, the EU is preparing a 12-point peace plan covering the return of deported children, prisoner exchanges, Ukraine’s reconstruction funding, and accelerating its EU membership process.
Another topic is the potential supply of Tomahawk missiles to Ukraine, with the right to use them only in case of a new Russian offensive. Meanwhile, main responsibility for security guarantees is shifting to the United States.
President Zelensky has announced a new defense agreement with the EU, which is expected to provide the basis for long-term security guarantees. The details are not yet public, but the signing is expected soon. Experts emphasize that Ukraine’s NATO accession largely depends on the position of the US. The situation remains difficult, but Ukraine has become a subject of international politics due to the Armed Forces’ resistance.
