The US, Russia, and Ukraine plan to resume working-level talks in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, on November 10-11, marking their first face-to-face meeting in nine months. US President Trump stated that the parties are very close to resolving the Russia-Ukraine conflict and that a major agreement covering Ukraine and Europe is expected.
Ukraine is taking a cautious approach to the outcome of the negotiations. The head of the Ukrainian presidential office, Budanov, stated that he does not expect a breakthrough from the talks, but considers the resumption of face-to-face negotiations itself a step forward. Ukrainian Foreign Minister Sebiga emphasized that security guarantees, de-escalation of the Black Sea situation, an energy ceasefire, the repatriation of Ukrainian children, and the exchange of prisoners of war are Ukraine's priorities, and reiterated that no party can make decisions on the Ukrainian issue without Ukraine's participation.
Currently, Russia and Ukraine have significant differences on core issues such as territory and security guarantees, and fighting continues. Europe continues to provide military and economic aid to Ukraine, and the success of these negotiations remains uncertain.
