Russia, Ukraine sit for tense talks on thorny territorial issue
Summary
Ukrainian and Russian negotiators met in Abu Dhabi to discuss the territorial dispute amid intensified Russian airstrikes causing a severe energy crisis in Ukraine. Ukrainian President Zelenskiy emphasized the importance of resolving the war while rejecting territorial concessions. Russia insists on control of Donbas, complicating peace efforts.
Key Points
- Ukrainian and Russian negotiators held tense talks in Abu Dhabi focused on the critical issue of territory.
- Russian airstrikes have plunged Ukraine into its worst energy crisis since the war began nearly four years ago.
- Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy rejected territorial concessions, emphasizing Russia must be ready to end the war it started.
- Russia demands Ukraine surrender all of Donbas, a major sticking point hindering a breakthrough peace deal.
