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G7 Nations Set to Ratify Security Arrangement with Ukraine at NATO Summit



At the ongoing NATO summit in Lithuania, G7 members including Canada, France, Germany, Japan, Italy, the US, and the UK are expected to ratify a long-term security arrangement with Ukraine. The package will encompass training, defense equipment, and intelligence sharing, reinforcing Ukraine's security position. While Ukraine aspires to become a NATO member, there is currently no clear timeframe for its eventual membership. However, the application process has been expedited, and the focus is now on providing security guarantees.

President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine expressed concerns about the absence of a specific timeframe for his country's entry into NATO. Ukraine acknowledges that it cannot join the alliance while still at war, but it seeks to become a member as soon as hostilities cease. Zelensky emphasized that Ukraine's accession would strengthen NATO while providing increased security for his nation. Though the G7 nations did not offer a timeframe, they have significantly shortened Ukraine's application process.

The current priority for Ukraine lies in obtaining security guarantees rather than immediate NATO membership. Military packages were announced for Ukraine during the summit, indicating a commitment to bolstering Ukraine's security. The anticipated long-term security arrangement to be ratified on Wednesday will send a strong signal to Moscow, according to British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak.

US President Joe Biden proposed a model for Ukraine similar to the security agreement between the US and Israel. This entails a commitment from the US to provide Ukraine with military aid worth $3.8 billion annually for a decade. This strategy aligns with the concept of the "porcupine strategy," whereby a country becomes highly militarized and challenging to defeat. However, it should be noted that this approach does not equate to full NATO membership, which guarantees mutual defense against any attack on a member country.

The NATO summit has provided an opportunity for G7 nations to ratify a long-term security arrangement with Ukraine, encompassing training, defense equipment, and intelligence sharing. While a specific timeframe for Ukraine's NATO membership remains uncertain, efforts are being made to expedite the application process. The focus now lies on providing security guarantees to Ukraine, reinforcing its defense capabilities and deterring potential aggressors. As Ukraine's path to NATO membership progresses, it strengthens the country's position and fosters a stronger alliance committed to regional security.

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