At a Glance
- Ukraine’s president seeks European security guarantees amid an $800 billion aid deal.
- 18 national-security advisers from 30 allied countries visit Kyiv to discuss the plan.
- The package includes $200 billion “growth booster” tied to EU accession reforms.
Why it matters: These talks could speed a peace framework that ends the four-year war and reshape Ukraine’s future.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is preparing to travel to Paris for a summit with European partners, while Kyiv’s security advisers meet with allies to lock in guarantees and an $800 billion aid package.
Security Guarantees in the Spotlight
Zelenskyy said work on the proposals could accelerate as Ukraine shared all documents with the 18 advisers, including those on security guarantees. He added that the next steps would happen in European capitals, Canada, Japan and other coalition members. He noted the process would not take long.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated:
> “We expect that this further work will now take place in the capitals of European countries as well as Canada, Japan and other representatives of the Coalition of the Willing.”
- European countries
- Canada
- Japan
- Other coalition members
Economic Support Package
Ukraine’s deputy prime minister Taras Kachka said partners agreed on an $800 billion package over the next decade. The World Bank, IMF and EU estimate it will cover damage compensation, reconstruction, economic stability and a $200 billion growth booster tied to EU accession reforms. Economy minister Oleksii Sobolev said $500 billion would come from public grants and concessional loans, with details to be finalized in two weeks.
Government Reshuffle
Zelenskyy announced changes: he proposed Denys Shmyhal as energy minister and first deputy prime minister. Shmyhal, former defense minister and longest-serving prime minister, will be replaced by Mykhailo Fedorov, credited with drone technology introduction. He also appointed Gen. Kyrylo Budanov as chief of staff.
Recent Attacks
Kharkiv suffered a Russian missile strike killing two, including a 3-year-old boy, according to regional head Oleh Syniehubov. An overnight drone attack on Mykolaiv region hit critical infrastructure, cutting power to some communities; engineers restored electricity with no casualties.
Key Takeaways
- Security guarantees and a massive aid package signal Ukraine’s push for a durable settlement.
- The $800 billion deal is tied to EU accession reforms and includes a $200 billion growth booster.
- Leadership changes aim to sharpen defense focus amid ongoing attacks.
The convergence of security guarantees, massive aid and leadership changes signals Ukraine’s push for a durable settlement, though challenges remain.
