On November 10, 2026, the Ukrainian negotiation group arrived in Abu Dhabi for crucial trilateral negotiations with the USA and Russia. The head of the President's Office, Kyrilo Budanov, noted that the journey was long and that a challenging task lies ahead, but the main goal is to achieve "concrete results".
Structure of the Negotiations
On November 10 and 11, trilateral negotiations involving Ukraine, the USA, and Russia will take place in Abu Dhabi. In addition, separate meetings with representatives of the European Union and NATO are planned.
The first meeting of the Ukrainian delegation took place with representatives from the United Kingdom, France, Germany, Italy, as well as NATO and the European Commission. Special representatives from the USA – Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner – also joined the discussions. The aim of this meeting is to align positions and coordinate steps before the next phase of negotiations.
Key Priorities of the Ukrainian Delegation
The main priorities being discussed by the Ukrainian delegation include:
- Ceasefire;
- Reliable post-war security guarantees;
- Economic recovery and development of Ukraine;
- Humanitarian issues.
Negotiators emphasize the importance of being as proactive as possible in these matters to bring peace to the region.
Next Steps
After completing consultations with European partners, the Ukrainian delegation will move on to the trilateral format negotiations with the USA and Russia. These negotiations are expected to be a significant step in finding ways to end the conflict and ensure stability in the region.