Ukraine has put forward a proposal to buy $100 billion worth of weapons from the United States. The plan is designed to secure strong security guarantees after a possible peace settlement with Russia. The money for this weapons deal would not come directly from Ukraine but would be financed by European partners.
A huge weapons deal and purchase plan
The proposal highlights Ukraine’s urgent need for defense equipment to protect its cities, industries, and borders. The document shared with allies does not list every item in detail but makes clear that Ukraine wants to secure at least 10 advanced air defense systems. These systems are meant to shield cities from aerial attacks. Along with that, Ukraine has also shown interest in additional missiles and other defensive technology.
The weapons deal also includes a separate agreement worth $50 billion for joint production of drones. These drones would be built with the help of Ukrainian companies that have developed important technology since the full-scale invasion began in 2022. It remains unclear how much of this drone deal would involve direct purchase of equipment and how much would be dedicated to investments.
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Focus on U.S. industry through the weapons deal
The way the proposal is designed shows that Ukraine is trying to make its pitch appealing to American interests. The message is that the weapons deal would benefit U.S. defense companies while also strengthening Ukraine’s defenses. By presenting such a plan, Ukraine hopes to secure firm security guarantees.
According to the document, Ukraine has shared these ideas with European allies before high-level meetings in Washington. These talks are being held to discuss possible security frameworks once the war moves toward peace negotiations.
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The proposal is also a counter-move to recent discussions where Russia suggested freezing parts of the frontline if Ukraine pulled back from certain regions. Ukraine has strongly rejected this suggestion. Officials have argued that such a step would leave the country exposed and create a pathway for further attacks. The document warns that this would enable Russia to prepare for new advances deeper into Ukrainian territory.
Conditions for peace and accountability
The document also outlines Ukraine’s conditions for any peace settlement. It stresses that no agreement will involve territorial concessions. Ukraine is clear that it will not give up land in return for a temporary truce. Instead, the first step it demands is a ceasefire that could then lead to wider peace talks.
Another major condition is compensation for wartime damages. Ukraine points to hundreds of billions of dollars in damages to infrastructure, industry, and homes. It says that compensation should come from Russia, including from the $300 billion in frozen Russian assets currently held in western countries.
Ukraine also argues that sanctions on Russia should not be lifted unless Russia fully complies with a peace agreement. The document states that only strict enforcement can prevent renewed aggression.
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The proposals stress that lasting peace must come from a strong security framework rather than one-sided concessions. Ukraine’s leaders believe that only by securing firm guarantees, backed by military strength, can they ensure that the conflict does not restart in the future.
Recent media reports from Russia are cited in the document as evidence that the Kremlin is not serious about peace. Clips from state television have shown commentators mocking the possibility of a fair settlement. They have also downplayed threats from the United States, insisting that Russia still holds the upper hand.
Ukraine insists that its approach is built on ensuring security rather than temporary relief. The proposed $100 billion weapons deal and the $50 billion drone project form the centerpiece of its counter-offer to balance ongoing international negotiations.
