US mediators conclude Abu Dhabi peace talks with Russian and Ukrainian envoys

American envoys Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff have concluded two days of trilateral negotiations in Abu Dhabi with Russian and Ukrainian delegates. Kushner emphasized the need to establish a new framework for future dialogue following extensive initial discussions. The US mediation team is set to brief Russian President Vladimir Putin in Moscow before traveling to Dublin to meet with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, who noted a brief window for potential diplomatic progress before the end of the year.

European delegates, including representatives from NATO, the European Commission, and the E4 group, held separate coordination meetings alongside the main talks. Italian diplomatic sources underscored the importance of consolidating formats to prevent fragmentation, noting that Abu Dhabi has emerged as a central diplomatic venue. Meanwhile, Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov publicly rejected European calls for an immediate ceasefire.

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