The key facts
- Talks between Russia, the US and Ukraine are taking place in Abu Dhabi on November 10–11
- The mediators are Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner; the Ukrainian delegation is led by Rustem Umerov
- The agenda includes security guarantees, conflict resolution and regional stability
Trilateral consultations in the UAE
On November 10–11, a new round of trilateral talks between Russia, the United States and Ukraine is taking place in Abu Dhabi. The Russian delegation is led by presidential aide Vladimir Medinsky, acting as intermediaries are US representatives Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, and the Ukrainian side is represented by Rustem Umerov. This is reported by Life.ru citing Kremlin pool correspondent Alexander Yunashev.
Languages and agenda
According to the correspondent's observation, the Ukrainian delegation delivered its welcoming remarks in English, while Medinsky addressed the participants in Russian — and, as the outlet notes, the sides understood each other. The participants are expected to discuss security guarantees, possible steps toward resolving the conflict, and regional stability issues. The negotiating group's agenda also includes building a new security system after the end of hostilities.
What remains unknown
The reports describe only the start of the round and the stated agenda; sources provide no information about the substance of the discussions, the parties' positions, or any agreements. The outcomes of the consultations had not been disclosed as of publication.
