UAE president meets US delegation after Russia-Ukraine talks

UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan met the US delegation on Thursday after Abu Dhabi hosted US-mediated talks between Russia and Ukraine. The UAE hosted the talks to promote dialogue and a political solution to the crisis, the Emirates News Agency (WAM) reported.

What were the Russia-Ukraine talks in Abu Dhabi?

Russian, Ukrainian and US negotiators held two days of talks in Abu Dhabi, starting on Nov. 10. It was the first meeting among the three sides since February. The United States mediated and the UAE hosted. The first round on Tuesday lasted four and a half hours, including a 40-minute break.

Who was in the US delegation that met the UAE president?

The US delegation included presidential envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner. The United States mediated the trilateral talks.

Presidential Aide Vladimir Medinsky led the Russian delegation. Rustem Umerov, head of Ukraine’s Foreign Intelligence Service, headed the Ukrainian side.

What did Gargash say about the UAE hosting the talks?

Anwar Gargash, diplomatic adviser to the UAE president, said Abu Dhabi’s role as host reflects the UAE’s standing, TASS reported. He commented on X and described the country’s part as constructive in facilitating dialogue and bridging differences.

Gargash said he looked forward with optimism to a positive breakthrough. He said such a result could pave the way for ending a long war and a deep crisis.

He added that political and diplomatic solutions are the path to lasting peace. Such a peace, he said, would strengthen security and stability in the international system.

The hosting role also reflects the UAE’s commitment to supporting diplomatic efforts for peace and stability worldwide. It shows the international community’s confidence in the country.

What happened on the second day of the Abu Dhabi talks?

The second day began on Wednesday with a trilateral meeting involving Russia, the United States and Ukraine. Umerov confirmed the start of the new round in a post on X.

He said the day would open with a trilateral meeting with the United States and Russia. A meeting between the Ukrainian delegation and European partners was planned after that session.

Which UAE officials attended the meeting with the US delegation?

Several senior officials attended the meeting with the UAE president:

• Sheikh Tahnoon bin Zayed Al Nahyan, deputy ruler of Abu Dhabi and national security adviser
• Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, deputy chairman of the Presidential Court for Special Affairs
• Sheikh Mohamed bin Hamad bin Tahnoun Al Nahyan, adviser to the UAE president

Other officials were also present.