U.S. President Donald Trump and European leaders recently discussed potential security guarantees for Ukraine that would resemble NATO’s Article 5 commitment, which asserts that an attack on one member is an attack on all. While the specifics of the proposed guarantees are still unclear, European leaders are seeking more information about the U.S. role in this arrangement. This dialogue highlights the ongoing efforts to bolster Ukraine’s security amidst its challenges, reflecting a strategic shift in how Western nations may support Ukraine outside the NATO framework, potentially impacting regional stability and defense alignments in Eastern Europe.