Russia, Ukraine to hold fresh negotiations in Abu Dhabi

Russia, Ukraine and the United States are preparing to hold fresh negotiations in Abu Dhabi on November 10–11 in an attempt to find a possible pathway toward ending the nearly five-year war. The discussions are expected to focus on security guarantees, military arrangements and the possibility of reducing hostilities. However, major disagreements continue to complicate diplomatic efforts.

Russian President Vladimir Putin wants Ukraine to withdraw from territories claimed by Moscow and abandon its ambition to join NATO. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has rejected territorial concessions and insists that any peace agreement must provide strong guarantees against future Russian attacks. Ukraine also wants European countries to participate in the negotiations, while Russia has opposed their involvement in the upcoming meeting.

Meanwhile, Russian attacks on Ukrainian energy infrastructure have intensified as winter approaches. Ukrainian authorities say power facilities have suffered extensive damage, increasing pressure on electricity supplies and heating systems. The talks are therefore being viewed as an important diplomatic opportunity, although officials remain cautious about expectations of an immediate breakthrough.