Trump promises air support: security guarantees for Ukraine!

Trump promises air support: security guarantees for Ukraine!

In a conversation with the Daily Caller portal, US President Donald Trump brought new security guarantees for Ukraine into play. These are intended to ensure protection against future attacks by Russia. Trump emphasized that he was looking for a solution to stop the deaths in Ukraine. However, he ruled out support from US soldiers on the ground, while mentioning the possibility of air support. “The Europeans mainly have planes in the air, but the US can help,” said Trump, who sees the security guarantees as part of negotiations to end the Ukraine war, which has now lasted more than three and a half years. idowa reports that Trump continues to advocate for a peaceful solution.

The international discussion about security guarantees is gaining momentum. After the Ukraine summit in Washington, European heads of state and government discussed possible steps to secure peace in Ukraine. Trump expressed the expectation that Germany, France and Great Britain, among others, would be prepared to provide soldiers to ensure peace and stability in Ukraine. “We can support our allies from the air because the United States has military equipment that Europe does not have,” Trump continued. He also raised concerns about whether Kremlin leader Vladimir Putin was actually interested in ending the conflict, warning that he could find himself in a "difficult situation" if he doesn't pursue a deal. Mirror highlights that Trump wants to learn more about Putin's intentions in the coming weeks.

European support in focus

While Trump talks about a coalition of European allies ready to deploy ground troops, Germany's participation in the security guarantees remains unclear. German Federal Defense Minister Boris Pistorius has announced that he will work with close partners to develop reliable security guarantees. This involves the military presence, monitoring and strengthening the air defense and armament of the Ukrainian armed forces. ZDF today reports that security guarantees should be formalized within a week or ten days.

A meeting between Putin and Ukrainian President Zelensky is also being floated as a possible option, although this is seen as a tactical maneuver by Putin. Trump believes that European security guarantees are not a problem for Putin and described him as “war-weary.” It remains unclear what conditions Russian Foreign Minister Lavrov will set for a peace agreement, such as taking Russian security interests into account and respecting the rights of Russians in Ukraine.

The ongoing negotiations and the entire security context in Ukraine remain exciting. The situation will continue to be monitored closely as international actors try to find a viable path forward. Security in the region remains a hot topic, and the outcome of the current negotiations could have far-reaching implications, not only for Ukraine, but also for transatlantic relations.