Comprehensive "Ukraine Pravda" and the British "Daily Telegraph" reported on August 30 that when discussing the Russia-Ukraine peace agreement with European countries, US President Trump proposed to hire US private military companies to participate in providing "security guarantees" to Ukraine.
Reports said that Trump proposed to hire U.S. private military contractors to participate in strengthening fortifications, building new military bases in Ukraine, and protecting U.S. -funded companies in Ukraine. Trump had previously promised not to send U.S. troops to Ukraine, so the proposal was seen as an alternative.
The proposal is being discussed together with other "security guarantees" proposed by the "Alliance of Will" to aid Ukraine led by Britain and France, which will become a basic part of the long-term peace plan. Final details-including Western troops sending air patrols in Ukraine, providing military training and naval operations in the Black Sea-have not yet been released.
Several Western officials revealed that U.S. private contractors may participate in the reconstruction of frontline defense facilities in Ukraine and the construction of new bases nearby. Relevant discussions can be traced back to agreements previously signed by the United States and Ukraine to exploit Ukraine's mineral and rare earth resources.
The report pointed out that the White House still opposes sending U.S. troops directly to Ukraine, but has agreed to provide broad support for European countries to send troops to support a possible Russia-Ukraine peace agreement. Officials said hiring private military companies would also allow Trump to allay concerns among supporters of the Make America Great Again (MAGA) camp in the United States, who generally oppose U.S. foreign military intervention. At the same time, the proposal also provides Trump with another business deal he can promote.