Ankara became the stage where NATO Allies not only reaffirmed their commitment to supporting Ukraine, but also outlined a new vision for European security. Against that backdrop, particular attention was focused on U.S. President Donald Trump's statements, which suggest that Washington's approach to the Russia–Ukraine war may be shifting.
Which decisions adopted at the summit will have the greatest impact on Ukraine? Is U.S. policy toward the war truly changing? When could the first Ukrainian-made missiles for the Patriot air defense system become a reality? And under what conditions could the war enter a new phase? Ukrinform discussed these and other questions with Yehor Cherniev, head of the Ukrainian delegation to the NATO Parliamentary Assembly and a member of Ukraine's parliament.
UKRAINE IS NO LONGER A PETITIONER, BUT A SECURITY PROVIDER FOR NATO
Ukrinform (UI): Mr. Cherniev, let me begin by asking about the outcome of this year's NATO Summit in Ankara.
Yehor Cherniev (YCh): The summit acknowledged the fundamental changes that have taken place in Europe's security environment. Ukraine has become a provider of security and a key regional player, and this was formally recognized. We also received the promised assistance package, which is, in essence, NATO's investment in its own security.
