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Proponents of the plan have touted supposed NATO security guarantees; however, critics dismiss these as illusory. NATO’s Article 5 states that an attack on one member is an attack on all, making off-ramps and plausible deniability embedded within this agreement concerning. These provisions, critics warn, could undermine collective security and embolden Russia’s expansionist ambitions.
Diplomatic Efforts and Growing Concerns
Special Envoy Witkoff and Senator Marco Rubio have been quietly exploring diplomatic avenues for about a month, engaging with both Russia and Ukraine to seek a sustainable peace. The approach aimed at understanding and possibly securing commitments from both sides reflects a nuanced effort to mediate the conflict.