Washington praises Abu Dhabi’s initiative: Direct talks between Ukraine and Russia are a “major step towards peace”

Washington, DC – A senior US official described the direct peace talks between Ukraine and Russia in Abu Dhabi as a “major step” toward ending the war. He emphasized that simply bringing the two sides to the table represents a significant breakthrough in the ongoing crisis.

The official explained that the meetings focused on laying the political groundwork for any potential settlement and exploring mechanisms for de-escalation and confidence-building. Humanitarian and security issues were also discussed, paving the way for more advanced stages of negotiations.

He noted that Abu Dhabi’s selection as the venue for these talks reflects the growing role of neutral regional mediators and underscores their ability to provide a conducive environment for dialogue, free from international pressure and polarization.

These statements come amidst a flurry of diplomatic activity led by several international actors. At the same time, there are cautious hopes that the Abu Dhabi talks will open a genuine window for ending the war and could potentially bring an end to one of the world’s most complex conflicts.