Ukraine-U.S. Draft Agreement Adds Vague Security Guarantees for Kyiv

A newly emerged draft agreement outlines a proposal for Ukraine to transfer its revenue from natural resources to the United States. The draft has introduced new language regarding security guarantees, a provision that Ukraine has been fervently negotiating for.

Vague Reference to Security Commitments

Although the draft mentions the United States "supports Ukraine's efforts to obtain security guarantees needed to establish lasting peace," it offers no concrete commitment to protecting Ukraine's security. Previous versions of the draft did not include any reference to security guarantees. The date on the draft raises questions about whether it represents a final version.

United States' Stance on Security Guarantees

The United States' inclusion of a vague reference to security guarantees in the draft has not been elaborated upon or supported with specific commitments.Ukraine has been , this new language represents a shift in the negotiations, albeit one lacking clarity and specificity.

Despite uncertainty surrounding the draft's status as a final version, the inclusion of security language marks a significant development in the ongoing discussions.