In a significant diplomatic breakthrough, high-ranking officials from Ukraine, Russia, and the United States have convened in Abu Dhabi for the second round of trilateral peace negotiations. This summit is being viewed as the most serious attempt yet to establish a lasting ceasefire since the conflict escalated years ago.
The Stakeholders and the Proposal The talks, hosted by the UAE, involve Ukrainian Defense Secretary Rustem Umerov and Russian Military Intelligence Chief Admiral Igor Kostyukov. Sources suggest that the "Abu Dhabi Framework" involves a phased withdrawal of troops from the Donetsk and Luhansk regions in exchange for security guarantees. The US delegation, acting as the primary mediator, is pushing for a 120-day "temporary freeze" on all frontline movements.
Challenges on the Ground Despite the optimism in Abu Dhabi, the situation on the ground remains volatile. Just hours before the talks, a major drone strike was reported near the border. However, diplomats remain hopeful that the economic pressure and the humanitarian cost will drive both nations to sign a preliminary memorandum by the end of this week. The global community is closely watching the UAE’s role as it cements its position as a neutral diplomatic hub.
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