Part 6/9:
The Shifting Balance of Power
The conversations around troop deployment and potential commitments from various nations reflect growing unease regarding the reliability of the United States as a partner. The pattern of U.S. foreign policy, characterized by rapid changes with each election cycle, has contributed to hesitance among European states about their long-term security posture.
Ukraine’s quest for security guarantees looms large, especially given the historical failures and repeated assurances made by Russia. Having been drawn into territorial disputes with promises that were later reneged, Ukraine is rightfully cautious about entering negotiations that exclude their voice.