Key Ukraine-U.S. Talks Held During Abu Dhabi Trilateral Negotiations
Abu Dhabi Hosts Critical Security Talks
According to ХВИЛЯ: The first day of trilateral negotiations involving Ukraine, the United States, and Russia concluded in Abu Dhabi on February 4, 2026. These high-stakes discussions, focused on pressing security and cooperation issues, are scheduled to continue on February 5. A significant bilateral meeting between the Ukrainian and American delegations was a key feature of the day's agenda.
Delegation Rosters
Ukraine's delegation was led by Secretary of the National Security and Defense Council, Rustem Umerov. His team included:
- Kyrylo Budanov
- David Arakhamia
- Sergiy Kyslytsya
- Andrii Gnatov
- Vadym Skibitskyi
- Oleksandr Bevz
The American side was represented by:
- U.S. President's Special Representative, Steve Witkoff
- Donald Trump's son-in-law, Jared Kushner
- Military advisors
A high-level Russian military delegation was also in attendance for the broader talks.
During their separate meeting, Ukrainian and U.S. officials reviewed a draft security guarantees agreement and a prosperity plan. According to Rustem Umerov, the Ukrainian team is preparing a report for President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. Diana Davitian, a spokesperson for the Ukrainian delegation, confirmed the conclusion of talks for the day, with dialogue between the principal parties set to resume tomorrow. These negotiations are a rare diplomatic forum bringing the key actors in the ongoing conflict to the same table.
This diplomatic effort unfolds against a backdrop of heightened geopolitical tensions between Ukraine, Russia, and the U.S., underscoring the critical need for dialogue to ensure regional stability. The outcomes from these meetings could significantly influence the future trajectory of international relations and the broader security landscape in Europe.
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