France confirms European presence at upcoming Abu Dhabi talks on Ukraine

European nations will take part in upcoming peace negotiations concerning Ukraine in Abu Dhabi on November 10 and 11, French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot announced on Sunday.

Speaking in an interview with French radio station RTL, Barrot stated that "Europeans will be well represented" and confirmed that France would participate in the discussions. The meeting, mediated by the United States, was previously expected to focus on a trilateral format involving Ukrainian, Russian, and American representatives.

While Barrot did not specify which diplomats or officials would represent Paris, he underscored the necessity of European involvement in security discussions affecting the continent. The talks in the United Arab Emirates represent the latest diplomatic effort to bring Kyiv and Moscow to the negotiating table.

Sources: Digi24, Kathimerini, Tagesschau, Ziarul de Gardă, Українська правда.