Delegations from Ukraine, Russia, and the US are convening in Abu Dhabi for the first trilateral discussions since February, amid ongoing violence in Ukraine. US officials noted that both Kyiv and Moscow are showing some private flexibility regarding control of eastern regions in a potential postwar scenario, despite public stances remaining firm.
Watch for potential shifts in the dynamics of control over eastern Ukraine as private flexibility from both sides emerges. The outcome of these talks could redefine security arrangements in Europe, impacting NATO's role and future relations with Russia.