Overview
- President Trump ruled out American ground troops in any Ukraine deal but said U.S. air support is under consideration and coordination with European forces is likely.
- NATO chiefs meet Wednesday, with Gen. Alexus Grynkewich set to brief on the security environment and planning teams moving to refine support options that go beyond weapons supply.
- An American–European–Ukrainian commission led by Secretary of State Marco Rubio is drafting proposals for Article‑5‑like protections, with Zelenskyy saying a framework could emerge within about 10 days.
- Coalition partners discussed a potential reassurance force if hostilities end, with Canada and Australia signaling openness to contribute and the U.K. noting teams will work with U.S. officials in the coming days.
- The White House is working to arrange a Putin–Zelenskyy meeting before a possible trilateral summit, as Russia rejects any NATO contingents in Ukraine and financing details, including a reported $90 billion U.S. arms package backed by Europe, remain unresolved.