Ukraine: The Latest Zelensky seeks ‘binding commitments’ from Coalition of the Willing & US in first 2026 peace summit
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Jan 6, 2026 Lily Shanagher, a foreign correspondent known for her insights on Ukraine's diplomatic landscape, and Michael Bohnert, an engineer at RAND Corporation specializing in defense technologies, share their expertise. They discuss President Zelensky's team reshuffle and its implications. The dynamics of the Paris summit unfold, including Ukraine's security priorities and the significance of international commitments. Michael sheds light on the evolving role of AI in drones, automation in military strategies, and the critical balance between offensive and defensive technologies.
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Coalition Seeks Binding Backups For Ukraine
- Reuters reported a draft coalition statement could include binding commitments to support Ukraine if Russia attacks again.
- Commitments may cover military, intelligence, logistics, diplomacy and extra sanctions, but the draft could change before approval.
Controversial SBU Reshuffle Raises Questions
- Zelensky reshuffled security leadership, moving Vasyl Malyuk from SBU head while keeping him in special operations.
- Major General Yovani Kamara became acting head, prompting criticism and uncertainty inside Ukraine.
Chrystia Freeland Returns As Unpaid Advisor
- Lily Shanagher described Chrystia Freeland's long ties to Ukraine and activism during the Soviet era.
- Freeland accepted an unpaid economic advisor role and will leave her Canadian parliamentary seat to help Ukraine's economic renewal.