** Ukraine and the quest for security guarantees: a European and international challenge **
Recent news highlights a marking letter and political confrontation between Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and American bow figures, such as Donald Trump and Vice-President JD Vance, about security guarantees. The ensuing debate is not limited to a diplomatic confrontation, but raises broader concerns about security in Europe and the dynamics of transatlantic relations. It also reveals the complexity of the situation, marked not only by geopolitical interests, but also by human and social realities.
### An international mutation context
The crisis in Ukraine, exacerbated by Russian aggression, highlights a weakening of the basics of international law and collective security mechanisms which, for decades, have regulated peace in Europe. If we go back to the end of the Cold War, security architecture in Europe was largely based on bilateral agreements between major powers and on the preponderant role of NATO. However, as Ukrainian Zelensky states, these mechanisms appear insufficient today. The question of security guarantees raises deeper issues than simple diplomatic promises.
### An innovative approach for safety guarantees
To go beyond the usual speeches, it could be relevant to suggest the creation of an integrated regional security system, bringing together not only NATO and the EU, but also other regional actors such as Turkey or the Nordic countries. This “extended security pact” could include rapid response mechanisms to assault, joint military exercises and a division of best defense practices.
Studies show that regional military cooperation can serve as a stabilizer against external threats. For example, the European Defense Initiative, launched by the EU, has already enabled advances in the field of armaments and defense technologies. Its extent to other geopolitical actors could strengthen collective security.
### Analysis of economic dynamics: the role of companies
Trump’s assertion that American companies in Ukraine are enough to dissuade Moscow shoots a sensitive string. In reality, the link between economics and security cannot be underestimated. The dependence of Europe with regard to Russian energy has been put forward as a major vulnerability, but it is crucial to see this in a different light: a mutual dependence between Europe and the United States could also be exploited. The export of natural resources, like rare earths, could cause better economic balance and, therefore, political.
It would be interesting to explore the possibility of regional economic forums that would facilitate discussions around energy and digital security. For example, the initiative of the three seas, which links twelve countries of central and eastern Europe, could be used as an underlying model to establish more robust security standards, linked to economic growth and technological development.
### The role of the standards of civil society and public opinion
The complexity of the situation in Ukraine is not only a matter of states and institutions, but also that of citizens. Civil society, through non -governmental organizations such as Human Rights Watch or Amnesty International, could play a fundamental role in the creation of power relations favorable to peace. By promoting initiatives for inter-community dialogue and cultural exchanges, it would be possible to build bridges rather than walls.
This approach could also include information campaigns intended to raise awareness of international public opinion on the daily reality of Ukrainians. By creating an authentic story, based on real life testimonies, the international community could be encouraged to act with more determination.
### Conclusion: towards a daring vision of security guarantees
The quest for security guarantees for Ukraine not only engages in the country itself, but also the future of security in Europe as a whole. Economic, political, and social challenges are interconnected and require a multisectoral approach. By bringing together economic, military and civil society actors, it may be possible to set up a framework that guarantees sustainable peace and collective security. Classical diplomacy must evolve towards a new paradigm which takes into account contemporary dynamics, while keeping in mind that real change first goes through the commitment of peoples.
In the end, the future of Ukraine will not only depend on what is happening in the corridors of power, but also on the capacity of society to come together around shared common values, transcending historical differences and tensions. It is a call for empathy and action, to build not only a secure Ukraine, but a future of peace for all of Europe.