DID Press: Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Ukraine is seeking long-term security guarantees of at least 20 years as a prerequisite for any peace agreement with Russia, underscoring Kyiv’s demand for durable safeguards against future aggression.
Speaking at the Munich Security Conference, Zelenskyy said the United States has proposed 15-year guarantees, but Kyiv considers a longer timeframe essential to ensure sustainable security and deter renewed conflict.
The administration of Donald Trump has intensified pressure on Kyiv to offer concessions favorable to Moscow in the next round of peace talks, with Washington seeking to accelerate a settlement before summer, reported NYT.
According to the report, the Ukrainian government is attempting to balance U.S. demands with its own red lines—particularly on territorial integrity—seeking to avoid compromises that could undermine sovereignty while keeping diplomatic channels open.