New Security Agreement Drafted Between Ukraine and US Amid Ongoing Conflict

A draft agreement that reinforces U.S.-Ukraine relations concerning natural resource revenue has surfaced, highlighting the intricate negotiations surrounding security guarantees. According to documents obtained by The New York Times, the latest version includes the statement that the United States “supports Ukraine’s effort to obtain security guarantees needed to establish lasting peace,” marking a notable addition compared to previous drafts.

However, this reference is considered ambiguous, lacking any specific American commitment to ensuring Ukraine’s security. The discussions appear focused on potentially extended U.S. support under the Trump administration, either as military aid or for monitoring any ceasefire agreement. A Ukrainian government official privy to the negotiations confirmed that the insertion regarding security guarantees is indeed present.

The draft, dated Tuesday, is not final as uncertainty remains about its acceptance, although both U.S. and Ukrainian officials indicated progress in the talks. President Volodymyr Zelensky is scheduled to visit Washington on Friday to finalize the agreement with President Trump. The document lists Scott Bessent, U.S. Treasury Secretary, and Yulia Svyrydenko, Ukraine’s economy minister, as initial signatories, revealing the agreement's economic implications alongside its security facets.