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Global Alliance Pledges Security Guarantees for Ukraine

8/22/2025

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On August 19, Japan, Sweden, and over 30 nations pledged security guarantees for Ukraine to deter Russian aggression.
U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent indicated that U.S. weapon sales to Europe could finance these guarantees.
European leaders are discussing troop deployments, with varied responses from Poland and Germany.
French President Macron and British Prime Minister Starmer are willing to send troops if a permanent ceasefire is established.

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Story summary

On August 19, Japan, Sweden, and over 30 nations pledged security guarantees for Ukraine to deter Russian aggression.
U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent indicated that U.S. weapon sales to Europe could finance these guarantees.
European leaders are discussing troop deployments, with varied responses from Poland and Germany.
French President Macron and British Prime Minister Starmer are willing to send troops if a permanent ceasefire is established.