How to stop Putin: Why a security guarantee is the key to watch for in Trump's Ukraine talks

Geopolitical Landscape & Diplomacy - Russia has pushed back on the prospect of a meeting between Putin and Zelensky, despite attempts to organize it [1] - The White House reportedly considers Budapest as a location for a trilateral meeting, raising concerns due to Hungary's ties with Putin [1] - The 1994 Budapest Memorandum, where the US, UK, Russia, and France promised to uphold Ukraine's independence, is a relevant historical context [1] Security Guarantees for Ukraine - Europeans are united in support of Ukraine, and serious talks are underway regarding security guarantees [1] - Discussions involve the potential for troops on the ground in Ukraine to enforce a ceasefire and deter Russian invasion [1] - The US may participate from the air without boots on the ground [1] - A "coalition of the willing" led by France and the UK, with about 30 nations, could provide a security guarantee similar to NATO's Article 5 [1] Territorial Integrity & Conflict Resolution - Russia occupies 19% of Ukraine [2] - The principle that borders should not be changed by force is emphasized [2] - There is a distinction between acknowledging Russia's de facto presence and recognizing a legal claim on the territory [2] - Ukraine is committed not to try to take back Donbas and Crimea by force for now [2]