Russia Reports Progress in UAE Peace Talks, Future Negotiations Expected

According to the International Desk of Webangah News Agency, Vladimir Medinsky, head of the Russian negotiation delegation for the Ukraine peace talks in Abu Dhabi, announced on Wednesday following the conclusion of these discussions that understandings were achieved on some issues and that further negotiations would take place. Medinsky stated in remarks broadcast by Russian state television that a potential new security framework for Europe was a primary focus of the two-day talks. He added, “Together with the American side, we exchanged views on this subject; we reached a common understanding on some issues and not on others. These discussions will continue. The world needs a new, modern, and up-to-date security system that is fair and not detrimental to any country.” The head of the Russian delegation expressed doubt about the participation of European countries in future negotiations, stating it is unclear what Russia and the European Union should discuss given the absence of specific proposals from Europe. Medinsky declared that Russia has not yet received any specific peace initiatives or proposals from European countries and added that Moscow would consider such proposals if they were presented. He also mentioned that Russia and Ukraine have agreed on a large-scale prisoner exchange during the negotiations, with details to be announced soon.