European Nations to Participate in U.S.-Mediated Ukraine Talks in Abu Dhabi

European representatives, including France, are set to participate in upcoming U.S.-mediated peace talks in Abu Dhabi, following previous discussions that were framed as a trilateral format between the United States, Ukraine, and Russia. While the Kremlin had previously insisted on a strictly trilateral framework, French officials confirmed European involvement in the upcoming sessions. U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated that progress has been made regarding the post-war security architecture for Ukraine and Europe. Meanwhile, ongoing conflict continues as diplomatic efforts to establish security guarantees and a potential peace framework proceed.