The Illusion of ‘Security Guarantees’ for Ukraine: Who Really Bears the Risk?
As Western leaders tout security guarantees to protect Ukraine, a closer look reveals these promises lack binding military commitment—putting hardworking Americans and European allies at continued risk while Russia remains emboldened.

In the latest diplomatic dance over peace prospects in Ukraine, President Volodímir Zelenski and European leaders emphasize “security guarantees” as the linchpin for any agreement designed to prevent another Russian invasion. On paper, these guarantees echo NATO’s Article 5, promising mutual defense without granting Ukraine full membership. But beneath this carefully crafted language lies a troubling question: who will actually stand up to defend Ukraine—and by extension, American interests? Are These Guarantees Worth the Paper They’re Written On? U.S. officials suggest that Russia is willing to accept such arrangements, yet experts warn details remain vague or deliberately ambiguous. According to...
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