Trilateral Abu Dhabi talks enter second day as Italy outlines defense limits

Trilateral peace negotiations between Ukraine, Russia, and the United States continued for a second day in Abu Dhabi, centered on post-war European security arrangements. As talks progressed alongside coordination sessions with European delegates, details regarding national military support emerged.

Italy clarified its ongoing aid posture to Kyiv, confirming it will supply only defensive equipment and power generators, explicitly excluding Samp/T surface-to-air missiles. Simultaneously, domestic reports indicated a significant increase in Rome's long-term defense spending, with the projected cost of its F-35 fighter jet acquisition program rising from €13.5 billion to €20.8 billion.

The diplomatic track in the United Arab Emirates proceeds as Western allies assess post-conflict structures, alongside preliminary exercises by the newly formed Multinational Force for Ukraine.

Sources: ANSA, Corriere della Sera, Il Messaggero, Il Sole 24 Ore, La Repubblica.