Overview

• Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has called for U.S. troops to be part of security guarantees for Ukraine as part of any peace settlement with Russia.
• European leaders back Zelensky's call for U.S. involvement, emphasizing the need for credible peacekeeping forces to ensure a lasting resolution.
• The Trump administration is pursuing a strategy to end the conflict, including potential cease-fire agreements and long-term defensive measures for Ukraine outside of NATO membership.
• Policy experts propose a framework involving Western military and financial support for Ukraine’s defense, European leadership in reconstruction, and strategic partnerships in critical industries.
• The ongoing debate highlights differing perspectives on U.S. military commitments, with some advocating for reduced involvement to avoid escalation with a nuclear-armed Russia.