The first day of trilateral negotiations to resolve the conflict concluded in Abu Dhabi without resolving fundamental disputes. Delegates from Russia, the United States, and Ukraine met for the first time since the war began, but critical disagreements on territorial claims and security guarantees remain unresolved.
Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelenskiy stated that his discussions with U.S. President Donald Trump were positive. However, his assessment of the UAE negotiations has been characterized as cautious by international observers. The Ukrainian military has increased attacks on Russian territory by one-third, a development directly contradicting efforts to negotiate a cessation of hostilities. This escalation has further strained diplomatic channels and raised questions about the viability of any peace deal.
Russia insists on transferring control over significant portions of Donbas as a prerequisite for peace, while Ukraine maintains its position without territorial concessions. The United States has been reported to promote agreements that do not align with Ukrainian security needs.
