Zelenskyy announces next round of talks with US, Russia as Ukraine seeks 'real and dignified end to the war'

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced that Ukraine, the United States, and Russia will hold a new round of talks this week in Abu Dhabi, seeking progress towards ending the war. The meetings, scheduled for Wednesday and Thursday, come as Russia intensifies attacks on Ukraine's energy and logistics infrastructure, worsening conditions for civilians during a cold winter. While President Trump claimed Putin agreed to temporarily halt strikes on Kyiv and other cities due to the extreme cold, Ukrainian officials remain skeptical of Russia's intentions. Zelenskyy stated that key obstacles to a peace agreement remain, including the future of occupied Ukrainian territory and Russian demands for land. Despite claims of a pause, Zelenskyy reported continued Russian drone and missile strikes on residential areas and logistics hubs.

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