Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed receives Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner as the UAE hosts US-mediated negotiations aimed at ending the Russia-Ukraine conflict
ABU DHABI: UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan met US presidential envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner on Thursday, November 12. The meeting came as Abu Dhabi hosted trilateral peace talks between Russia, Ukraine and the United States.
The meeting formed part of renewed diplomatic efforts to find a political solution to the conflict. The UAE continues to support dialogue and peaceful solutions to international disputes.
Abu Dhabi hosts third round of peace talks
The third round of trilateral negotiations began in Abu Dhabi on November 10. UAE Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan attended the opening session.
Representatives from Washington, Moscow and Kyiv joined the discussions. They explored possible steps towards ending the conflict. Sheikh Abdullah reaffirmed the UAE’s support for diplomatic efforts. He also stressed the importance of dialogue in reaching a political settlement.
UAE strengthens diplomatic engagement
Sheikh Tahnoon bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Ruler of Abu Dhabi and National Security Adviser, attended the meeting. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Chairman of the Presidential Court for Special Affairs, also took part.
Other attendees included Sheikh Mohamed bin Hamad bin Tahnoun Al Nahyan, Adviser to the UAE President, and several senior officials.
The UAE maintains diplomatic ties with all three countries. By hosting the negotiations, the country continues to support international peace initiatives and encourage dialogue.
Impact to Expect
The Abu Dhabi talks could open new opportunities for humanitarian agreements and prisoner exchanges. The discussions could also address security guarantees and possible steps towards peace.
A wider peace agreement remains uncertain. However, the UAE continues to provide a platform for direct talks between Russia, Ukraine and the United States.
