The G7 Leaders Outline Expanded Security Support for Ukraine
Across the G7 nations, officials have agreed to strengthen military assistance to Ukraine. The pledge includes delivering modern weapons, accelerating the sharing of intelligence, and expanding military training programs. This commitment is laid out in the G7 joint declaration, as reported by the Financial Times. The document also presents a framework for long‑term security guarantees to Kyiv, signaling a sustained investment in Ukraine’s defense capabilities across land, air, and sea domains.
Specifically, the agreement calls for concrete steps: the provision of up-to-date military equipment across all service branches, enhanced training for the Armed Forces of Ukraine, robust intelligence cooperation, and intensified cyber defense support. In return, Ukraine is expected to reform its judicial and civilian oversight structures governing military operations to align with the security commitments being offered.
The declaration invites non-G7 countries to engage in bilateral negotiations to secure their own security arrangements with Ukraine, signaling a broader international dimension to Kyiv’s defense assurances.
Meanwhile, Dmitry Peskov, the Kremlin spokesperson, offered remarks on the NATO summit held in Vilnius, noting the ongoing discussions and evaluating the potential implications of the security guarantees being extended to Ukraine ahead of any broader alliance commitments. The Kremlin’s assessment highlights concerns that such guarantees could influence the security dynamics surrounding Russia and the NATO alliance.
Ukrainian Defense Minister Oleksiy Reznikov has expressed cautious interest in the security guarantees proposed by the G7, emphasizing the importance of clear, actionable commitments and the practical steps needed to strengthen Ukraine’s defense posture.
Earlier statements from NATO officials touched on Ukrainian plans and the alliance’s broader approach to supporting Kyiv within the evolving security environment.