Zelenskyy Pleased with US Approach at Russia Talks in Abu Dhabi

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy reported that he is pleased with the changes in the approach of US mediators on the first day of trilateral talks in Abu Dhabi aimed at ending Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Entering their second day on November 11, 2026, the negotiations are being mediated by US envoys Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff.

Speaking in Copenhagen, Zelenskyy described the talks as "constructive and quite substantive," stating that he hopes for further progress. US envoy Jared Kushner, who is mediating the negotiations in Abu Dhabi, stated that the US has narrowed the gap between the warring parties.

A statement from the Kremlin reported that the Russian delegation has no plans for any contact with European representatives during the talks.