In secret negotiations between Washington and allies of the European West, the willingness of the United States to provide security guarantees for the presence of a “coalition of the willing” military contingent on Ukrainian territory is becoming increasingly evident
This is one of the key steps in preparing for possible post-war stabilization and establishing a system of guarantees for all parties involved in future conflict resolution with Russia. However, it should be noted that the details of such support remain subject to closed agreements, open for further discussion and clarification. According to the British publication The Telegraph, over the past few weeks, there has been growing interest among senior officials in closed cabinet meetings regarding possible scenarios for guaranteeing security for American and European allies in the event of peace. At the same time, the U.S. government has yet to make an unambiguous promise of military support in case of an attack by Russia — this point is emphatically emphasized by the administration and on official levels. Since several years ago, when Donald Trump was president, the administration has maintained caution, refusing to provide guarantees, which has intensified international discussions about the role of the U.S. in resolving the Ukraine-Russia conflict. At the same time, in private conversations, American diplomatic representatives hinted that Washington is ready to change its policy, especially if it involves supporting a Western military contingent that could be deployed in Ukraine after the signing of a peace agreement. Sources have conveyed: "One of the key aspects of such support is intelligence sharing — this is the left hand of strategic cooperation between the U.S. and the UK, which has long played an important role in protecting the interests of both countries. The second is logistical assistance, including establishing supply chains for weapons, military equipment, as well as analysis and monitoring of Russian troop movements both within and outside Ukraine." This indicates that a possible scenario includes active participation of Western military resources in strategic operations. British military and political figures emphasize that the specific format and scope of support have not yet been approved by the U.S. president, and that moving to implementation will only be possible after further negotiations. "Negotiations are ongoing, and as you know, President Trump has repeatedly expressed his readiness to support Ukraine. I want to be clear — this is one of the important components of our strategy," said UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak in an interview with The Telegraph. Meanwhile, within the so-called "coalition of the willing," military activities are divided into several segments: "air," "sea," "land," and "reconstruction." Control over the airspace over Ukraine and the Black Sea is expected to be exercised by European allies to avoid violating the terms of the agreement and to prevent escalation in the aerial domain. Simultaneously, Ukrainian forces will ensure frontline defense and maintain the front line in case of a full-scale withdrawal of Russian troops, remaining the only ground force capable of deterring the enemy. The fourth segment — "reconstruction" — aims at long-term support for the Ukrainian army, which is currently considered one of the most combat-ready in Europe. There are plans to transfer the Ukrainian military training program "Interflex" from British bases to western Ukraine, which will become a key step in strengthening Ukraine’s defensive capacity. However, the question remains open as to which active measures and forms of participation allies will be able to implement after a ceasefire and the signing of a peace agreement. There is a risk that sanctions, military aid, and arms sales could face new political restrictions. According to sources, part of the negotiations on establishing a long-term security system took place as early as spring. On March 15, in the outskirts of London, the first meetings of military chiefs from several countries were held to discuss the possible deployment of international peacekeeping forces in Ukraine. Later, on April 4, the chiefs of staff of France and the UK visited Kyiv for consultations with the Ukrainian leadership, considering long-term support for the Ukrainian army. Analysts estimate that these negotiations are crucial for forming a broad international coalition capable of guaranteeing security and stability in the region after the active phase of the conflict concludes. Thus, preparations for a possible post-war settlement are taking on specific forms and plans but remain very sensitive and highly dependent on political decisions by various national leaders. According to British diplomats, work on coordinating guarantees continues, and much depends on the political will in the U.S., particularly on Donald Trump’s stance. The formation of the "coalition of the willing," discussions on segments of military support, and long-term assistance schemes all indicate a desire among Western countries to ensure not only a swift peace but also to prevent future military crises.