“The New York Times: returning nuclear weapons to Ukraine is too difficult a step US and European officials are discussing the possibility of returning nuclear weapons to Ukraine as a deterrent against the Russian Federation. The NYT notes that such a move would have serious consequences and would be difficult to implement.”, — write on: unn.ua
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US and European officials discuss deterring Russia’s aggressive offensive. In addition to accumulating an arsenal, thanks to the latest decisions of the White House, Biden could also return to Ukraine the nuclear weapons that were removed from it after the collapse of the Soviet Union.
It would be an instant and huge deterrent. But such a step will be difficult and have serious consequences
Context
The situation on the battlefield in Ukraine is difficult, the steps of the US government are criticized as late. On the one hand, Washington’s decision allowed Ukraine to use ATACMS missiles to strike deep into the Russian Federation (subject to certain restrictions), and in addition, the supply of American anti-personnel mines to Ukraine was approved. But all this gives the impression of “last-minute” actions to provide what Ukraine has been asking for for years.
On the other hand, uncertainty remains regarding the next steps of the newly elected President Donald Trump. There is also a risk of escalation by the Russian Federation in response to Ukraine’s permission to strike deep into Russia with ATACMS missiles.
Some officials believe that even with additional aid, it will be difficult for Ukraine to return the territories seized by Russia, writes the NYT.
Other experts point out that the acceleration of arming Ukraine in the final months of the Biden administration could help Ukraine enforce a cease-fire or ceasefire line if a settlement is reached.
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Andriy Zahorodniuk, Ukraine’s former defense minister, said in an interview that for a successful ceasefire, Ukraine and its allies must change the momentum on the front lines to create the conditions for negotiations.
Ukraine must also have sufficient firepower in reserve to deter any violations of the ceasefire regime
For example: an arsenal of long-range weapons to deal immediate damage if Russia resumes hostilities.
The Ukrainian army withstood more than two and a half years against a bigger, more powerful enemy, Zagorodnyuk recalled.
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Another important factor is the invitation to join NATO.
But this could not be obtained under President Biden.
The New York Times writes that an invitation is unlikely during Mr. Trump’s presidency.
Addition
The possible billions of dollars in arms in the US and Europe for the next period is not considered a compelling prospect, but there is an understanding about the actions in the coming months.
Defense Minister Lloyd J. Austin III and senior Ukrainian military officials discussed what weapons and ammunition the United States is likely to send in the next five months — or until about March — so that the Ukrainian command can budget its military plans accordingly.
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