US envoy details topics at meeting with Ukrainian and European officials in UAE
American, Ukrainian and European officials met on the morning of 10 November, ahead of planned talks between Russia and Ukraine in Abu Dhabi, with US Special Envoy Steve Witkoff reporting on the results.
Source: Witkoff's statement following the meeting, as reported by European Pravda
Details: The purpose of the meeting was to coordinate efforts regarding the termination of the war and to discuss post-war security arrangements, in which the US seeks to act as a mediator.
Quote: "Participants emphasised that any future arrangements must respect sovereignty, territorial integrity, independent decision-making and provide credible security guarantees for Ukraine."
Details: Witkoff also wrote that the goal is to develop a practical and complementary security framework that will strengthen Ukraine's long-term security and build the confidence necessary to reach a negotiated agreement.
Quote: "Alongside a central focus on a lasting peace, the discussion covered how to build upon existing European security institutions and agreements following the conclusion of the war in Ukraine."
Details: Participants also recognised that resolving post-war security issues and reducing the risk of conflict are of critical importance. They discussed how to ensure reliable risk management mechanisms and prevent dangerous escalation.
Quote: "The participants reaffirmed their shared commitment to a strong post-war European security architecture and arrangements and were clear that a strong NATO will remain central to Euro-Atlantic collective defence."
Details: The text also mentioned the shared goal to move toward broader multilateral discussions involving European partners and to achieve a comprehensive and lasting peace.
Background:
- Rustem Umierov, Head of the Ukrainian negotiating team and Chairman of the Foreign Intelligence Service of Ukraine, previously reported the start of negotiations in the Ukraine-US-Russia format.
- Politico, citing US officials, reported that US President Donald Trump's envoys Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff would put pressure on Russia to allow Europe to participate in future negotiations on the continent's security.
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