The U.S. administration has indicated its readiness to provide Kyiv with extensive security guarantees effective immediately, though these assurances are not indefinite. Sources reported that the commitments—structured similarly to Article 5 of the NATO Charter—will remain in effect only if a formal decision is made.
Article 5 of the NATO Charter stipulates that an attack on one member state constitutes an attack on all members, obligating collective defense including the use of armed force.
Ukrainian delegation officials expressed surprise at American President Donald Trump’s commitment to secure congressional ratification of stringent security guarantees that would persist beyond his presidency. A source noted this arrangement would ensure long-term stability for the agreement.
During recent negotiations in Berlin, U.S. representatives reportedly resolved approximately 90% of disputes between Ukraine and Russia, though the territorial issue remains unresolved.
U.S.-Ukraine talks concluded on December 15 in Germany after two hours of discussions. The following day, Stephen Witkoff, a special envoy for President Trump, reported significant progress in negotiations with Kyiv officials.
The United States has signaled its intention to present a comprehensive package of proposals to Russian leadership in the near future to address the Ukrainian crisis.
