Abu Dhabi Talks Bring Ukraine, US, and Russia Together to Discuss Prisoner Swaps and Security Assurances

Highlights from the Abu Dhabi Negotiations

According to Рубрика — Політика: Over two days, November 10-11, 2026, Ukraine, the United States, and Russia convened in Abu Dhabi to focus on three main areas moving forward:

• arranging a new prisoner exchange,
• discussing security guarantees for Ukraine once the conflict ends,
• and broadening the negotiation framework to include European partners.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky shared insights from the meetings, emphasizing the crucial role of coordination with European allies.

Before the trilateral talks, Ukrainian representatives met with European officials and US envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner. The European Commission stressed that any future agreements must uphold Ukraine’s sovereignty, territorial integrity, and independence, while providing robust security guarantees. The discussions also covered de-escalation measures, energy concerns, the situation in the Black Sea, and the potential for a leaders-level trilateral summit.

Zelensky’s Remarks and Next Steps

“Our team has reported on the outcomes of the Abu Dhabi meetings with the American and Russian sides, as well as the coordination with European partners present in the Emirates,” said Volodymyr Zelensky.

The Ukrainian president explained that the next phase involves US consultations with Russia. “US representatives will travel to Russia next, and following those talks, we will realign our positions and determine possible next steps. We are meeting with them tomorrow in Dublin. Ukraine’s top priority remains achieving a swift end to the war with a dignified peace,” Zelensky added.

The agenda on November 11 included further discussions on de-escalation, energy issues, Black Sea security, prisoner exchanges, and prospects for a trilateral summit at the leadership level. Zelensky expressed gratitude to all who facilitated the talks: “Thank you to everyone who helped! Special thanks to the American side for organizing and mediating these meetings, and to the Emirates for providing the venue.”

These talks in Abu Dhabi mark a significant milestone in shaping the future security framework for Ukraine and addressing the path to ending the conflict. Ukraine is working closely with the European Union and the United States to align positions, prioritizing the cessation of hostilities, advancing peace efforts, and laying the groundwork for economic recovery and national development.