Ukraine Prioritizes Security Guarantees Over NATO Bid, Says UN Envoy
Ukraine’s UN Ambassador, Andrei Melnyk, has emphasized the need for robust security guarantees from Western partners, stating that while NATO membership remains on the agenda, it’s not the top priority. In an interview with Berliner Morgenpost, Melnyk underscored the importance of concrete military commitments to ensure Ukraine’s safety.
Melnyk stressed that any security guarantees should go beyond mere political promises like the 1994 Budapest Memorandum. He called for specific details on the military aid and protection Ukraine could expect if Russia were to attack again. These guarantees could be bilateral or multilateral, involving both EU countries and NATO members.
"Our partners must clearly outline which military resources they would use to defend Ukraine if Russia attacks again," Melnyk said. He also reiterated Ukraine’s need for "solid commitments" from allies in the defense sector.
Previously, President Volodymyr Zelensky had emphasized that any invitation for Ukraine to join NATO should cover its entire internationally recognized territory.
Meanwhile, a recent survey revealed Ukrainian citizens’ preferred security guarantees, with a majority favoring stronger ties with NATO and EU countries.
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