Russia, Ukraine to tackle land dispute at UAE talks; no sign of compromise

Summary

Ukraine and Russia are set to discuss the territorial dispute over Donbas during talks in Abu Dhabi, with no signs of compromise. Ukraine faces tough winter conditions as Russian strikes target its energy infrastructure.

Key Points
  • Ukraine and Russia will discuss the territorial dispute over Donbas in two days of talks in Abu Dhabi.
  • Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy emphasized that Donbas is a key issue and awaits US security guarantees to finalize a peace deal.
  • Russian President Vladimir Putin demands Ukraine cede all of Donbas, a major obstacle to peace negotiations.
  • Ukraine faces harsh winter as Russian missile and drone attacks damage its energy infrastructure, causing power and heating shortages.
Article image