Talks in Abu Dhabi Bring Ukraine, US, and Russia Together to Discuss Ending the War

Trilateral Meeting Held in Abu Dhabi

According to Главком: A technical-level meeting between Ukraine, the United States, and Russia took place in Abu Dhabi, focusing on the terms for ending the war. This dialogue, which began on Friday, January 23, marks a significant step in the pursuit of a peaceful resolution. The Ukrainian delegation's composition was approved by the country's President prior to the talks.

Core Issues Under Discussion

The central topic of the negotiations is the situation in the Donbas region. Delegations from all three nations are exploring potential pathways to resolve the conflict and changes that could bring stability to the area. The Ukrainian side is represented by high-level experts, including delegation head Rustem Umerov, who serves as Secretary of Ukraine's National Security and Defense Council. The delegation also includes:

• Kyrylo Budanov
• David Arakhamia
• Sergiy Kyslytsya
• General Gnatov (joining tomorrow)
• GUR representative Skibitsky (joining tomorrow)

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy expressed hope that the talks would be constructive and emphasized the critical need for Russia to demonstrate a genuine willingness to end the conflict. These discussions represent a rare diplomatic engagement since the full-scale invasion began nearly two years ago.

“They are talking about the parameters for ending the war. They should have at least some answers from Russia by now, and the main thing is that Russia must be ready to end this war, which it started itself,” stated Volodymyr Zelenskyy.

The trilateral meeting in Abu Dhabi constitutes a pivotal stage in reviving dialogue between Ukraine, the US, and Russia concerning the conflict's resolution. The participation of Ukraine's highly professional representatives underscores a serious commitment to the negotiation process. The success of these talks could lay the groundwork for new initiatives aimed at fostering regional stability and, ultimately, achieving peace in Ukraine.