Talks in Abu Dhabi have begun. There are already first statements.

Ahead of major negotiations, the Ukrainian delegation met with representatives from European countries to coordinate positions. The discussions in Abu Dhabi involve key players including the UK, France, Germany, Italy, NATO, and the European Commission, with US envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner participating. Security issues post-war and reducing conflict risks were highlighted as essential topics. The Kremlin's spokesperson, Dmitry Peskov, remained vague about the inclusion of Black Sea shipping discussions. The Ukrainian delegation, led by Rustem Umierov, aims to secure post-war guarantees and economic recovery. This meeting marks the first such event since February 2026, with the Russian side led by Vladimir Medinsky, a close advisor to Putin. President Trump indicated that a peace agreement is near, suggesting changes to Ukraine's territorial integrity.