Abu Dhabi To Host Round 2 Of Ukraine-Russia-US Peace Talks On February 1

Abu Dhabi is in the global spotlight this week as rare trilateral talks kicked off between Ukraine, Russia, and the United States, all aiming to chart a path toward ending the nearly four-year war in Ukraine.

The first round of discussions concluded on January 24, with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy describing the talks as “constructive” and expressing gratitude to UAE President H.H Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed for hosting the high-profile meetings

Russia also signalled willingness to continue dialogue, paving the way for the next round scheduled for February 1, reported via Khaleej Times.

 

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The crux of the negotiations?

Control of eastern Ukraine, particularly Donbas and Donetsk. Kyiv has insisted on strong post-war security guarantees and economic recovery plans, while Moscow maintains its maximalist stance. Despite the “constructive” atmosphere in Abu Dhabi, both sides remain far apart, highlighting just how tricky these talks really are.

While diplomats deliberate, life in Ukraine is far from calm. Recent Russian strikes have left thousands in Kyiv without electricity or heating amid freezing temperatures, with reports of frostbite and power outages affecting families across the city. Ukrainians continue to endure harsh conditions even as world leaders meet to seek peace.

The UAE isn’t just hosting the talks — it’s actively helping mediate.

Since the conflict began in February 2022, Emirati efforts have facilitated the release of thousands of prisoners of war between the two nations

With the next round of talks set for February 1, the global spotlight will remain firmly on Abu Dhabi. The world is watching as diplomats try to bridge gaps that have persisted for nearly four years of war — a tense mix of hope, diplomacy, and high stakes.

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