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Ukraine peace talks: US envoy cites territorial disputes as main hurdle
Diplomatic efforts to resolve the conflict in Ukraine are intensifying, with Russia expressing interest in a trilateral meeting involving the United States and Ukraine. Jared Kushner, a special envoy for the U.S., indicated that while a peace agreement is largely drafted, the primary obstacle remains the territorial dispute. Kushner noted that Ukraine has not yet been willing to withdraw to the borders requested by Russia, which would facilitate the finalization of the deal.
The United Arab Emirates has emerged as a potential host for these negotiations, with officials confirming their readiness to provide a platform for dialogue. Meanwhile, the Kremlin has signaled that such a meeting is a foreseeable possibility, though they cautioned that the outcome remains uncertain and tied to developments on the battlefield.
On the ground, the humanitarian situation is expected to worsen. The United Nations has warned of a potential catastrophe if Russian attacks continue to target Ukraine's energy, water, and heating infrastructure. Ukrainian military commanders also predict a difficult winter, forecasting increased Russian pressure on both the front lines and civilian infrastructure as Moscow seeks to achieve strategic goals in the Donbas region.
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Andriy Beletskyi · Azov · Donetsk Oblast · Jared Kushner · Luhansk Oblast · Third Army Corps · United Arab Emirates · United Nations · Vladimir Putin · Volodymyr Zelenskyy
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- [● 4 SOURCES] Ukraine could withdraw to Russian-set borders for a peace deal, but Kyiv currently refuses these terms. bigportal.ba · plusinfo.mk · www.sd.rs
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The UAE has offered to host trilateral negotiations between Russia, Ukraine, and the US. www.standartnews.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Ukrainian military commanders predict a difficult winter with increased Russian pressure on energy infrastructure. netnews.bg
- [● 2 SOURCES] Russia expects a trilateral meeting with the US and Ukraine in the near future. www.standartnews.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The UN warns of a potential humanitarian catastrophe in Ukraine due to attacks on energy and water infrastructure. dorzeczy.pl