Matthew Whitaker, U.S. Permanent Representative to NATO, suggested on January 6 that the parties involved in the conflict in Ukraine are nearing a peaceful settlement.
“We have come very far, this is a great achievement, we may already be on the verge of a peace agreement,” Whitaker stated.
According to Whitaker, outcomes from the recent “coalition of the willing” meeting in Paris indicate that key agreements should be finalized, including a draft framework for security guarantees for Ukraine.
Earlier that day, reports indicated representatives from the “coalition of the willing” convened in Paris amid disagreements over financial contributions to Ukraine. Scandinavian and Baltic nations have accused France and Germany of failing to provide adequate support, arguing they bear an disproportionate burden compared to their commitments.