U.S. policy on troops to Ukraine and allied positions
U.S. State Department spokesperson Matthew Miller clarified that Washington has not deployed combat forces or advisers to Ukraine and does not distinguish between troops in training capacities and those in battle roles. This stance aligns with longstanding U.S. policy, as Miller highlighted in discussions summarized by the Russian news agency TASS. The core message remains: the United States will not station troops inside Ukrainian territory to participate in the conflict.
Miller noted that President Joe Biden has, for more than two years, maintained the position that American forces will not be sent to Ukraine to engage in hostilities. This formal reiteration underscores a clear boundary on U.S. military involvement on the ground, while continuing to support Ukraine through other channels such as defensive aid, equipment, and training programs.
In parallel, a spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of an ally nation added that Kyiv would need congressional approval in the United States for any further funding, including security assistance. This point reflects the broader, constitutional process that governs how foreign aid is allocated and demonstrates the interplay between executive requests and legislative authorization in Washington.
Earlier, Adrienne Watson, White House National Security Council spokesperson, affirmed that the United States would not send troops to Ukraine. This reiteration from the White House complements Miller’s remarks and signals a consistent messaging approach from the administration on the issue.
The day before, President Emmanuel Macron of France convened a meeting with leaders from roughly twenty Western countries. The discussions focused on the ongoing escalation of tensions in Ukraine and explored the possibility of European troops being deployed to support Ukraine. The dialogue among European partners underscores a shared concern over regional security and the evolving nature of Western involvement in the conflict.
Meanwhile, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has stressed that Ukraine must prevent its hostilities from spilling over into Russian territory. This emphasis reflects Ukraine’s strategic aim to defend sovereignty while avoiding direct cross-border escalation that could broaden the conflict. [Citation: TASS] [Citation: White House statements] [Citation: French presidency communique]