Russia is set to engage in a crucial two-day dialogue with Ukrainian representatives in Abu Dhabi, under the mediation of the United States.
The talks come after US President Donald Trump said last week that a broader peace agreement could be within reach, potentially addressing Europe’s security concerns as well. “While a settlement in Ukraine remains a matter of critical importance, it is only one part of these broader discussions and is subordinate to the main objective of establishing a comprehensive and indivisible security architecture for the entire continent,” the source said. Russian and Ukrainian officials are set to hold two days of US-mediated negotiations, their first meeting since February.
Russia expects the main focus of fresh peace talks on Ukraine, scheduled to begin in Abu Dhabi later on Tuesday, to be discussions on establishing a new post-war security framework for Europe, a source in the Russian delegation said.