US-brokered Ukraine peace talks end with no deal, as Russian strikes continue

US-brokered peace talks between Ukraine and Russia in Abu Dhabi concluded on Saturday without a deal, though further discussions are expected next weekend. The talks, which involved face-to-face engagement, focused on parameters for ending the war. While no agreements were reached, both Moscow and Kyiv expressed openness to continued dialogue, and negotiators reportedly addressed key elements of a US peace framework. The US official described the talks as respectful and detailed, expressing hope for progress at the next meeting. The negotiations occurred against the backdrop of ongoing Russian air strikes that left over a million Ukrainians without power amidst sub-zero temperatures.

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