Abu Dhabi talks focus on massive prisoner swap between Ukraine and Russia

Negotiators from Ukraine and Russia reconvened in Abu Dhabi on Tuesday under American mediation for two days of discussions aimed at addressing the ongoing conflict. While initial expectations for a broader resolution remain modest due to unchanged positions from both capitals, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky reported progress regarding a potential large-scale exchange of prisoners of war. Zelensky noted that United States emissaries are scheduled to travel to Russia to further discuss the parameters of the proposed swap.

Meanwhile, French domestic politics continues to face debate over diplomatic approaches to the war, alongside international efforts in Paris to secure funding for repairs to Chernobyl's containment structure following recent damage.

Sources: Le Figaro, Le Monde, Le Soir, Libération, Politico Europe.