The Path to NATO After Peace: Biden's Advisor Outlines Prospects for Ukraine.

Ukraine's membership in NATO could become the most crucial security guarantee after hostilities cease. This opinion was expressed by Michael Carpenter, the Senior Director for Europe at the U.S. National Security Council and a member of President Joe Biden's team, in an interview with RBK-Ukraine. He noted that NATO's Article 5 is the most reliable and secure form of guarantees for a country. Obtaining NATO membership is vital for Ukraine, but it is currently very difficult to achieve due to the active hostilities with its western neighbor. However, after the cessation of hostilities, it is possible. Carpenter emphasized that it is necessary to consider possible temporary guarantees for Ukraine at this time, and also mentioned that several European countries are considering the concept of a peacekeeping mission as an additional security guarantee for Ukraine. The presence of support from EU countries could help stabilize the situation in Ukraine.