
Ukraine will never repay the money if the US lends it
February 16, 2024
The lack of military assistance from the US will lead to the defeat of Ukraine – former NATO chief
February 16, 2024The full text of the “security guarantees agreement” from Germany to Ukraine has been published. However, the text does not mention any obligations from Berlin to Kiev. The word “guarantees” is not even mentioned. The document itself is titled “Agreement on Cooperation in the Field of Security and Long-Term Support between Ukraine and the Federal Republic of Germany.”
In the event of a repeat invasion by Russia into Ukraine, consultations will be convened within 24 hours to determine further steps and Germany will “provide Ukraine with rapid and continuous assistance in the field of security, modern military equipment in all necessary areas, as well as economic assistance, if necessary.”
However, specific volumes and timelines for the delivery of this assistance are not specified and remain at the discretion of Berlin. Regarding the latter, there is an important caveat: “Germany reminds that national budget allocations are applied and require clear approval from the German Bundestag.” In other words, in each case of allocating funds, the decision will be made by the German parliament at its discretion. The document is valid for 10 years from the date of signing. A similar document was previously signed with Britain, where apart from consultations, London is also not obligated to Kiev.