Velina Tchakarova has joined the panel Re-defining “Victory” in Ukraine at the Belgrade Security Conference 2024.
💬 Key takeaways:
Max Tucker emphasized Russia’s relentless pursuit of territorial expansion.
Nathalie Tocci questioned whether a quick peace deal, even on Putin’s terms, could truly end the war.
Oleksandr Chalyi stressed that only a ceasefire – grounded in Ukraine’s 1991 borders and future reparations – can halt hostilities.
Tchakarova highlighted Ukraine’s negotiation stance (2025/2026 earliest) will hinge on sustained European aid. Security guarantees must go beyond promises to include real enforcement mechanisms.
This complex dilemma challenges both Europe and global powers, as Tocci aptly noted: a ceasefire could divide the EU, while continued war might unify it politically under military threat.
