Fri Nov 29 23:50:00 UTC 2024: ## Zelensky Proposes NATO Security Guarantee for Ukrainian Territory in Exchange for Ceasefire
**Kyiv, Ukraine** – Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has proposed a potential path towards ending the ongoing war with Russia. In an interview with Sky News, Zelenskyy stated that Ukraine would consider a ceasefire if NATO guarantees security for the territories currently under Ukrainian control.
Zelenskyy emphasized that this initial step would be followed by the full integration of all Ukrainian territory, including areas currently occupied by Russia, into NATO. He believes this would create a diplomatic framework for reclaiming lost territories.
However, Zelenskyy acknowledged the difficulty of securing such a commitment from NATO, stating that no NATO member has yet offered such a guarantee. He expressed skepticism about the prospect of NATO membership, highlighting that partial membership wouldn’t be acceptable. “Ukraine is our entire territory,” he emphasized, drawing a clear distinction between Ukraine and Russia.
This proposal comes amidst the ongoing conflict, which has intensified recently with the US providing Ukraine with long-range missiles. Russia has condemned this move and responded with intensified attacks. The conflict, now in its second year, shows no signs of abating, prompting Zelenskyy to seek a negotiated solution based on this proposed security guarantee.
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