President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine emphasized the need for tangible security guarantees rather than mere promises on paper during discussions regarding the potential deployment of a European peacekeeping contingent to Ukraine as part of a negotiated settlement with Russia. Zelensky expressed his stance at a news conference in Abu Dhabi, highlighting the importance of having security measures implemented on the ground, in the water, and in the sky, including air defense systems, aircraft, and naval vessels.
Zelensky's call for concrete security assurances comes amidst shifting geopolitical dynamics, with the Ukrainian President urging European nations to unite in creating a common army and foreign policy. He cautioned that the era of assured US support for Europe may be waning, prompting the need for a more self-reliant security framework.
