Vladimir Putin is playing for time, Donald Trump wants success. "Operation Oslo is coming to an end"

In Kyiv, skepticism surrounds the negotiations in Abu Dhabi, with experts suggesting they are merely a facade. President Zelensky has expressed willingness to meet Putin, proposing discussions on territorial issues, yet insists on halting the war at the current front lines. Russia continues to demand the withdrawal of Ukrainian forces from Donbas, raising questions about the specifics of Zelensky's proposed talks.