On the evening of 13th March 2025, the ISRM community gathered in Central London at the May Fair hotel for a strategic briefing featuring Oleksiy Danilov, former Secretary of Ukraine’s National Security and Defense Council (NSDC), and Andrii Ziuz, former NSDC Chief of Staff. The event provided an in-depth analysis of the ongoing war in Ukraine, set against the backdrop of recent geopolitical developments, including the White House meeting between President Trump and President Zelensky and the US decision to suspend arms supplies to Ukraine.
Key Discussion Points:
US-Ukraine Relations: The briefing examined the implications of the recent Trump-Zelensky meeting, assessing how the change in US administration has affected strategic and military support for Ukraine. The suspension of arms supplies by the US was a key topic, with speakers outlining potential consequences for Ukraine’s military capabilities and its broader impact on European security.
European Security Dynamics: The discussion explored the shifting role of European nations in supporting Ukraine, assessing the EU’s military and economic assistance strategies in response to changing US foreign policy.
Military and Political Landscape: Insights were shared on Ukraine’s evolving defence strategies, battlefield conditions and political resilience in the face of ongoing Russian aggression. The speakers provided an expert perspective on how Ukraine continues to adapt to external pressures while maintaining internal stability.
Future Security Frameworks: Looking ahead, the discussion addressed Ukraine’s role in shaping new security frameworks, particularly in cooperation with European allies and NATO, as well as the potential recalibration of international military partnerships.
The briefing was followed by a private roundtable dinner, fostering deeper discussions among attendees from both the private and government sectors. This provided an opportunity for strategic networking and the exchange of insights across a diverse range of industries, further reinforcing ISRM’s role as a leading platform for global security dialogue.
The event saw an excellent showing from the ISRM community, reflecting strong engagement with the critical issues facing global security today.
