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Ukraine-Russia-US Peace Talks in Abu Dhabi Yield "Constructive" Dialogue

Ukraine, Russia, and the United States concluded two days of trilateral peace talks in Abu Dhabi, which Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy described as "constructive." The discussions focused on outlining parameters to end the war and the security guarantees needed for any future agreement. The talks occurred alongside intensified Russian aerial attacks on Ukrainian cities, which caused casualties and infrastructure damage. Zelenskyy reiterated that Ukraine would not agree to the territorial concessions demanded by Moscow.

Key Points: Ukraine-Russia-US Abu Dhabi Peace Talks: Zelenskyy's "Constructive" Verdict

  • Trilateral talks held for first time in years
  • Focus on war parameters & security guarantees
  • US raised monitoring proposals for potential ceasefire
  • Talks held amid intensified Russian aerial attacks
  • Ukraine rules out territorial concessions
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"Conversations were constructive": Zelenskyy on Ukraine-Russia-US peace talks in Abu Dhabi

Zelenskyy calls UAE peace talks "constructive" as attacks continue. Details on US proposals, delegations, and Ukraine's stance on territorial integrity.

"A lot was discussed, and it is important that the conversations were constructive. - Volodymyr Zelenskyy"

Kyiv, January 24

Ukraine, Russia and the United States concluded the second day of US-facilitated trilateral peace talks in Abu Dhabi on Saturday, with Kyiv describing the discussions as "constructive" even as Russian attacks on Ukrainian territory continued.

Commenting on the outcome of the two-day engagement in the United Arab Emirates, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said the talks, held in a trilateral format for the first time in years, focused on outlining possible parameters to end the war and on security guarantees required to sustain any future agreement.

"Our delegation delivered a report; the meetings in the UAE have concluded," Zelenskyy wrote in a post on X.

"A lot was discussed, and it is important that the conversations were constructive," he said.

The discussions brought together senior military and intelligence officials from all three sides.

Ukraine's delegation was led by Defence Minister Rustem Umerov and included military intelligence chief Kyrylo Budanov.

The Russian side was represented by members of its armed forces and military intelligence, while the US delegation included President Donald Trump's envoy Steve Witkoff, Jared Kushner and senior White House advisers.

According to Zelenskyy, the US delegation raised possible frameworks for formalising a future settlement.

This included proposals related to American monitoring and oversight in the event of a ceasefire or peace arrangement.

"As a result of the meetings held over these days, all sides agreed to report back in their capitals on each aspect of the negotiations and to coordinate further steps with their leaders," Zelenskyy said.

He added that military representatives had identified a set of issues for a potential follow-up meeting.

Echoing this assessment, Russian state media TASS reported that the talks had produced results and could continue in the coming days.

The diplomatic engagement unfolded against the backdrop of intensified Russian aerial attacks on Ukraine.

Ukrainian officials said hundreds of drones and missiles struck Kyiv, Kharkiv and other cities overnight, killing at least one person and disrupting electricity and heating supplies for millions as temperatures fell below freezing.

Amid these developments, Zelenskyy said on Friday that it was "too early" to make any assessment of the outcome of the discussions.

He reiterated that Ukraine would not agree to territorial concessions demanded by Moscow.

- ANI

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Priyanka N
Constructive talks are a positive step, but the timing is heartbreaking. Millions without heat in freezing temps due to attacks. How can you negotiate with one hand while the other is launching missiles? The human cost is unbearable. Hope for peace, but prepare for more struggle.
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Aman W
Interesting to see the US facilitating. Trump's team is involved. As an Indian, I see how complex global diplomacy is. UAE as a neutral venue makes sense. Hope this leads to a real ceasefire. The world economy, including ours, needs stability.
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Sarah B
Zelenskyy is walking a tightrope. He has to show his people he's pursuing peace while not appearing weak. "Constructive" is diplomatic language, but the real test is what happens next. The mention of US monitoring is a big deal.
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Vikram M
Respectfully, I have to criticize the report a bit. It focuses heavily on the talks but buries the lede about the ongoing attacks. The violence is the context. Peace talks mean nothing if the war machine doesn't stop. India's position of dialogue and diplomacy is correct, but it must be sincere on both sides.
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Kavya N
The involvement of military and intelligence chiefs is key. They know the ground reality better than politicians. If they've identified issues for follow-up, there might be a genuine channel open. Fingers crossed 🤞. War benefits no one in the long run.

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