Rubio to Lead Development of Security Guarantees for Ukraine: A New Diplomatic Milestone

Chas Pravdy - 19 August 2025 11:43

Amid escalating tensions and ongoing warfare in Ukraine, the United States is preparing to introduce new security initiatives aimed at ensuring Ukraine’s national safety.

At the forefront of this effort is a specially formed working group comprising national security advisors, NATO representatives, and other key allies.

The team will be headed by renowned American diplomat and Secretary of State Marco Rubio, who sources describe as a key architect of this new approach to security guarantees.

According to ‘European Truth,’ the appointment of Rubio was discussed and agreed upon during a meeting between U.S.

President Donald Trump and European leaders on August 18.

European officials also stated that the upcoming security guarantees will consist of four main components: deployment of military presence, air defense systems, weaponry, and monitoring mechanisms to oversee ceasefire compliance.

Furthermore, there are various ways the U.S.

might provide indirect military support to Ukraine and its allies without deploying American troops directly on Ukrainian soil, sources confirmed.

Historically, the most significant developments included statements from French President Emmanuel Macron and British Prime Minister Kiri Starmer, emphasizing the importance of the U.S.

working toward security guarantees for Ukraine.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, during his visit to the U.S., shared his vision for these guarantees and clarified that not every participant in the emerging ‘coalition of determination’ is expected to send troops to Ukraine under these assurances.

Nevertheless, ensuring security remains a central goal in diplomatic negotiations.

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