Zelenskyy called the first day of talks in Abu Dhabi "constructive and quite substantive"
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy reported on the results of the first day of talks in Abu Dhabi. Initially, the Ukrainian delegation held a meeting with European and American partners, after which trilateral negotiations took place involving representatives of Ukraine, the USA, and Russia.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy. Photo: press service of the President of Ukraine
According to Zelenskyy, the trilateral meeting was constructive and quite substantive. The parties discussed the necessity and possible parameters of humanitarian steps. One of Ukraine's main priorities remains the release of prisoners of war.
The content of security guarantees for Ukraine and the foundations of their long-term functioning were also discussed in detail. The Ukrainian side emphasized the need for real mechanisms that would prevent the war from recurring. In addition, the necessity of steps for de-escalation was discussed.
The Ukrainian president set specific tasks for his delegation for further dialogue — both during trilateral negotiations the next day and in meetings with representatives of the US President and European partners in the coming days.
He called the main goal a real approximation of peace and assured that the Ukrainian side would conduct productive, high-quality, and honest work. He also thanked the USA for organizing the negotiations, and the United Arab Emirates for providing the platform for the meetings.