US officials aim for final end to Russia‑Ukraine war in Abu Dhabi talks

The Guardian reported that US officials said they would seek a “final end” to the war between Russia and Ukraine, starting with trilateral talks in Abu Dhabi on Tuesday. The meeting marks the first substantive negotiations between the two countries since February and the first peace talks to include a US proposal for a “long‑term security architecture” linking Moscow and Europe.

According to the report, the talks also represent the first diplomatic engagement since the United States launched joint strikes with Israel against Iran. The timing follows bruising midterm elections that have weakened Donald Trump at home, adding a domestic political dimension to the foreign‑policy effort.

The trilateral format suggests involvement of a third party, though the source does not specify who. The discussions are being framed as a step toward ending the conflict, with the US pushing its security framework as a cornerstone for any settlement.

Why it matters

The talks could determine whether a lasting peace and new security arrangements can be reached, influencing the future of the Russia‑Ukraine conflict.

Key details

Location

United States · Americas

Reported by

The Guardian

First reported

10 Nov 2026, 10:30 IST

Key names

Abu Dhabi, Russia-Ukraine, Moscow, Europe US

Section

World

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