Ukraine-Russia talks: negotiators gather in Abu Dhabi in wake of ‘massive’ strikes on Kyiv – Europe live

The Guardian - World NewsCenter-LeftEN 2 min read 100% complete by Taz AliFebruary 4, 2026 at 08:44 AM
Ukraine-Russia talks: negotiators gather in Abu Dhabi in wake of ‘massive’ strikes on Kyiv – Europe live

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Ukrainian and Russian officials have gathered for their second round of talks in Abu Dhabi, brokered by the Trump administration. The talks are expected to mirror last month's format, but both sides have downplayed prospects of an immediate breakthrough. Ukraine's president, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, stated that Moscow carried out a massive and "deliberate" attack on Kyiv using 71 ballistic missiles and 450 drones, targeting energy infrastructure. The US has proposed a plan where repeated breaches of a ceasefire agreement from Russia would lead to a coordinated military response from western allies. Meanwhile, the New Start treaty between the US and Russia expires on Thursday, removing mutual limits on nuclear arsenals. Western allies are reportedly weighing a new defense pact amid ongoing tensions.

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