US President Joe Biden and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky signed a long-term security agreement today during the G7 summit in Southern Italy.
This bilateral agreement marks a significant step in the strategic cooperation between the two nations amid ongoing regional tensions.
Fifteen countries, including the UK, France, and Germany, have already entered into long-term security agreements with Ukraine.
However, this new accord between the US and Ukraine is particularly noteworthy given the geopolitical weight of the United States.
National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan clarified that the agreement does not include any commitments from Washington to send American troops to Ukraine or to supply specific weapons systems.
This agreement is not a treaty ratified by Congress, meaning it could be revoked if Donald Trump is elected president in the upcoming November elections.
The agreement outlines extensive cooperation between the US and Ukraine across various levels, including military equipment, training, and joint exercises. In return, Ukraine is expected to implement significant reforms in justice, law enforcement, and anti-corruption efforts, as well as in military capabilities and structures to meet NATO standards in the future.
While the agreement does not involve the deployment of US armed forces to defend Ukraine, it aims to enable Ukraine to continue defending itself.
Biden has consistently ruled out sending US military trainers to Ukraine, despite recent appeals from French President Emmanuel Macron.
The US government views this agreement as a clear message to Moscow, underscoring its long-term commitment to supporting Ukraine.
This move reinforces the continuous and sustained backing of Ukraine by the international community, signaling strong opposition to Russian aggression.
