Abu Dhabi Ukraine Peace Talks 2026: A Fragile Hope for Ending the War
Trilateral peace talks involving the US, Russia, and Ukraine began in Abu Dhabi on January 23, 2026. Negotiators focus on ending the conflict amid a severe energy crisis.
They've shaken hands, but their fists remain clenched. On January 24, 2026, the world watches as the United States, Russia, and Ukraine conclude the first day of high-stakes trilateral talks in Abu Dhabi. This meeting marks the most significant diplomatic effort to halt the conflict in years.
Abu Dhabi Ukraine Peace Talks 2026: Negotiating the Parameters of Peace
According to the Ukrainian presidency, the first day of discussions focused on defining the parameters for ending the war and establishing a logical framework for a lasting peace. Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated it's "still too early to draw conclusions" but emphasized that his team expects concrete answers from Moscow by Saturday.
We will see how the conversation develops tomorrow and what results it produces.
The involvement of Steve Witkoff, an envoy for President Donald Trump, signals a shift toward economic diplomacy. Witkoff met separately with Kirill Dmitriev, a Russian investment envoy, to discuss financial aspects of a potential settlement. Kremlin aide Yury Ushakov described the pre-talk atmosphere as "substantive and constructive."
Shadow of War: Drones, Energy, and Border Security
The diplomatic progress contrasts sharply with the grim reality on the ground. Over the past 24 hours, Russian attacks in Donetsk and Kherson killed at least six people. Ukraine's Air Force reported shooting down 76 out of 101 drones launched by Russia.
Ukraine's energy sector is nearing a humanitarian catastrophe. Maxim Timchenko, CEO of DTEK, told Reuters that repeated infrastructure attacks have left the national grid in a critical state, with emergency blackouts affecting most regions.
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