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Chkhikvadze, A. (2026, November 12). In failed talks, Russia proves its lies on Ukraine peace. Washington Examiner. https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/op-eds/4800607/in-failed-talks-russia-proves-its-lies-on-ukraine-peace/
Chkhikvadze, Ani. “In failed talks, Russia proves its lies on Ukraine peace.” Washington Examiner, 12 Nov. 2026, https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/op-eds/4800607/in-failed-talks-russia-proves-its-lies-on-ukraine-peace/.
Chkhikvadze, Ani. “In failed talks, Russia proves its lies on Ukraine peace.” Washington Examiner, November 12, 2026. https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/op-eds/4800607/in-failed-talks-russia-proves-its-lies-on-ukraine-peace/.
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Ukrainian and Russian negotiators reported some progress in two days of peace talks in Abu Dhabi that ended on November 11, 2026, but US mediators said there was a lack of trust between the warring sides and significant differences remained on issues including territory. Kyrylo Budanov, the head of Ukraine's Presidential Office, expressed "restrained optimism" about the possibility of an eventual meeting between Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Vladimir Putin. Despite the Kremlin's objections, France and other European powers joined the talks, which aimed to address security guarantees for Ukraine, Europe's post-war security architecture, and economic opportunities to support Ukraine’s reconstruction. Russia’s chief negotiator Vladimir Medinsky announced mutual understanding on some issues and the agreement on a large-scale prisoner swap, while David Arakhamia, a Ukrainian negotiator, said there was "good momentum" towards reaching a solution by the end of the year, but also emphasized the need for European representation in future discussions. The talks, which marked a restart for diplomacy after nine months, concluded with an agreement on prisoner exchanges and a pledge to meet again, but significant hurdles remain in achieving a comprehensive peace deal.
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Russian, Ukrainian, and U.S. negotiating teams held two days of talks in the UAE ending on Wednesday with an agreement for prisoner exchanges but no progress on broader peace terms. The article suggests that future meetings are unlikely to yield significant results because Russia's objectives in Ukraine have not shifted.
In failed talks, Russia proves its lies on Ukraine peace (this article)3 articles from Washington Examiner on this storyRussian and Ukrainian negotiators reported progress in peace talks held in Abu Dhabi on November 11, leading to an agreement for prisoner exchanges. However, US mediators noted lingering distrust between the parties and unresolved disputes over territorial issues. Meanwhile, President Donald Trump defended the ongoing war against Iran during a Veterans Day address at Arlington National Cemetery, asserting that it…
While You Were Sleeping: 5 stories you might have missed, Nov 12, 2026 →16 articles from The Straits Times on this storyRussian and Ukrainian delegations continued their second day of U.S.-brokered peace talks in Abu Dhabi on November 11, 2026, aiming to end the nearly five-year-old conflict. Despite low expectations for immediate progress, discussions focused on humanitarian issues such as prisoner exchanges and security guarantees. The involvement of European officials and concerns over Russia's strained economy and Ukraine’s…
Russia, Ukraine hold second day of U.S.-brokered talks in Abu Dhabi →7 articles from The Hindu on this storyRussian and Ukrainian delegations held a second day of US-brokered peace talks in Abu Dhabi aimed at ending Russia’s nearly five-year-old invasion of Ukraine. The discussions, mediated by Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff, focused on humanitarian issues such as prisoner exchanges and security guarantees but showed no significant breakthrough despite lasting four hours each day for two consecutive days. Representatives…
Russia and Ukraine hold a second day of US-brokered talks in Abu Dhabi →5 articles from Toronto Star on this storyUkrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy reported that the first day of trilateral peace talks between Ukraine and Russia, with participation from the U.S., was constructive. The discussions took place on Tuesday in Abu Dhabi. CBS News contributor Elliot Ackerman provided additional details about the negotiations.
First day of Russia-Ukraine-U.S. peace talks were constructive, Zelenskyy says →4 articles from CBS News on this storyRussia and Ukraine concluded two days of US-brokered talks in Abu Dhabi without a breakthrough, though both sides expressed optimism for future discussions. Russian negotiator Vladimir Medinsky and Ukrainian counterpart David Arakhamia noted progress on prisoner exchanges but highlighted unresolved territorial disputes as a significant hurdle. The negotiations come after months of military strikes by Ukraine on…
Ukraine frontline mapped: The land in dispute as peace talks end without breakthrough →4 articles from The Independent on this storyRussian-Ukrainian trilateral peace talks began in Abu Dhabi on November 10, brokered by the United States. These follow a successful humanitarian mission that evacuated hundreds from Oleshky, a town under Russian occupation since 2022 and experiencing severe food shortages. The evacuation involved cooperation between Ukrainian and Russian human rights representatives but was driven more by political motives rather…
Putin is not ready to make peace in Abu Dhabi →3 articles from Al Jazeera on this storyNegotiators from the U.S., Ukraine, and Russia met for day two of trilateral talks in Abu Dhabi aimed at ending the war. Jared Kushner and Matthew Witkoff, representing the U.S., described the discussions as tough but substantive after eight months without meetings. They plan to meet with Russian President Putin on Thursday in Moscow to finalize a proposal for prisoner exchanges and discuss converting the talks into…
Kushner and Witkoff to meet Putin after ‘one of the toughest’ rounds of talks with Russians →3 articles from New York Post on this storyUkrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy expressed satisfaction with the US envoys' approach during ongoing trilateral talks aimed at ending Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Speaking in Copenhagen, Zelenskyy described the discussions as "constructive and quite substantive" but criticized Russian claims about its military control over parts of eastern Ukraine. The US mediators, Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff, reportedly…
Ukraine’s Zelenskyy ‘happy’ with US envoys’ approach as Russia talks enter second day – Europe live →3 articles from The Guardian on this storyU.S.-mediated talks aimed at ending the Russia-Ukraine war began in Abu Dhabi on Tuesday, involving delegations from Russia, Ukraine, and the United States. The two-day meeting focuses on security guarantees and comes amid ongoing military actions; Russia reported shooting down 155 Ukrainian drones overnight while Ukraine noted Russian drone strikes. Despite hopes for progress, previous talks this year yielded no…
U.S.-mediated talks on ending Russia-Ukraine war begin in Abu Dhabi →2 articles from NPR on this storyRussia and Ukraine failed to reach a significant agreement during US-mediated ceasefire negotiations in Abu Dhabi aimed at stopping strikes on energy infrastructure and shipping in the Black Sea. Despite Washington viewing the talks as a positive step, both countries continued their attacks without making concrete concessions. The European Union, Ukraine's main international supporter, is facing internal discord…
Russia-Ukraine ceasefire negotiations stall →2 articles from Semafor on this storyRussian and Ukrainian officials, along with US mediation, are set to meet in Abu Dhabi on Tuesday for peace talks focusing on establishing a new European security framework post-war. This is their first meeting since February, following President Trump’s indication that broader peace could be achievable. The discussions will also involve representatives from France, Britain, Germany, the EU, NATO, and Italy, though…
Talks On European Security: Russia, Ukraine meet in Abu Dhabi; US mediates new framework →2 articles from Times of India on this storyTrilateral talks in Abu Dhabi between Russia, Ukraine, and the US concluded without significant breakthroughs in ending the nearly five-year war triggered by Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Ukrainian negotiator Davyd Arakhamia reported that discussions were challenging due to Russia’s rigid stance but felt there was positive momentum for future negotiations. Talks centered on post-war security architecture, with…
Russia-Ukraine talks turn to post-war security but end without breakthrough →2 articles from BBC on this storyAmerican, Ukrainian, and Russian representatives met in Abu Dhabi for trilateral peace talks aimed at ending Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, which has lasted 1,721 days. President Trump expressed optimism about the possibility of soon concluding the conflict. The U.S. delegation is led by Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, while Ukrainian and Russian delegations are headed by Rustem Umerov and Vladimir…
Russia, Ukraine and US meet for Abu Dhabi talks as Trump says war can 'end soon' →2 articles from ABC News (US) on this storyJared Kushner, President Trump’s special envoy, outlined four priorities ahead of upcoming peace talks between American, Russian, and Ukrainian officials in Abu Dhabi. The meetings, scheduled for Tuesday and Wednesday, aim to establish a negotiated settlement securing Ukraine's future while promoting stability in Europe. Kushner emphasized ending the fighting, developing postwar security guarantees, preparing an…
Jared Kushner Sets Four Priorities Ahead Of Critical Ukraine-Russia Peace Talks →Trilateral talks on the Ukraine war are set to occur in Abu Dhabi from Tuesday to Wednesday, involving representatives from Russia, Ukraine, and the United States. The discussions will focus on post-war security arrangements, humanitarian efforts, and de-escalation steps toward peace, as outlined by US special envoy Steve Witkoff. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy emphasizes topics like security guarantees and…
New trilateral talks on Ukraine war in Abu Dhabi: What to expect? →U.S.-mediated talks between Russia and Ukraine began in Abu Dhabi on Tuesday, involving delegations from both countries along with U.S. envoys. The two-day session includes representatives from NATO and European nations and aims to discuss security guarantees as part of efforts to resolve the ongoing conflict that started with Russia's invasion in February 2022. Russian President Vladimir Putin is pushing for…
U.S.-mediated talks between Russia and Ukraine begin in Abu Dhabi →Russia and Ukraine will hold their first trilateral peace talks with the U.S. in nine months on Tuesday and Wednesday in Abu Dhabi. U.S. envoys Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff will meet with Ukrainian intelligence chief Rustem Umerov and Russian negotiator Vladimir Medinsky to discuss territorial disputes and security guarantees for Ukraine, which Trump wants to resemble NATO protections but has not yet decided how…
Kushner enters Ukraine peace talks as Trump eyes securing safeguards against another Russian invasion →Russian and Ukrainian officials held US-brokered talks on Tuesday for the first time since February, aimed at ending the conflict that began more than 4.5 years ago when Russia invaded Ukraine. President Donald Trump had recently expressed optimism about a potential broad deal to end the war and secure peace in Europe. The two-day negotiations are being mediated by Trump’s envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner…
Russia, Ukraine hold US-backed talks, first time since February →US-mediated talks aimed at ending the Russia-Ukraine war commenced in Abu Dhabi on Tuesday and will continue for two days. The discussions focus on security guarantees sought by both Ukraine, which aims to prevent future invasions from Russia, and Russia, which views NATO as a threat. U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff and President Trump's son-in-law Jared Kushner are involved in the negotiations, expressing optimism about…
US-mediated talks on ending Russia-Ukraine war begin in Abu Dhabi →Envoys from Ukraine, Russia, and the United States met in Abu Dhabi for their first round of talks since February to discuss security guarantees and territorial concessions. Despite U.S. President Donald Trump's optimism about reaching a peace deal, the meeting did not produce any breakthroughs due to significant differences between Ukraine and Russia over the terms of an agreement. Russian Foreign Minister Sergei…
Fresh round of Ukraine-Russia talks held as Trump insists peace close →US President Donald Trump's envoys Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff facilitated peace talks between Ukraine and Russia in Abu Dhabi on Tuesday, marking the first such negotiations since February. The US called for a new security framework for Europe amid concerns that Trump might negotiate with Russia at Ukraine’s expense. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy described the initial discussions as constructive but…
US calls for new Europe security framework as Russia, Ukraine hold first peace talks in 9 months →Peace talks between Ukraine and Russia resumed on Wednesday in Abu Dhabi, continuing into a second day. President Volodymyr Zelensky expressed satisfaction with the new approach by US mediators Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff, describing their efforts as productive. The discussions aim to establish partial truces that could lead to an unconditional ceasefire and involve topics such as humanitarian issues and…
Ukraine peace talks which 'could be first step toward complete ceasefire' continue, with Zelensky saying he's 'very happy' with US approach →Reported by outlets on both sides of the middle
“It’s going to be a big agreement and it’s going to involve more than Ukraine,” Trump said, adding that it might include all of Europe.
Just before Moscow launched the all-out invasion in 2022, it demanded that NATO roll back its deployments of troops and weapons from the alliance’s members in Central and Eastern Europe, seeing their presence as a security threat.
Russian President Vladimir Putin wants Ukraine to pull its troops back from the four regions that Moscow illegally annexed early in the war but never fully captured.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy rejects Mr. Putin's demands to voluntarily cede territory that Russia has not been able to take on the battlefield.
