President Volodymyr Zelensky listens to a report by Ukraine’s negotiating team in Abu Dhabi, November 10, 2026
EA-Frontline Video: Backing Ukraine Against Russia’s Destructive Winter
As the Ukraine-Russia talks began in Abu Dhabi on Tuesday, I spoke with Girish Sawlani of Australia’s ABC about the prospects for the negotiations to end Moscow’s 56-month full-scale invasion.
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While welcoming the talks, I express caution amid Russia’s maximum demands — including Ukraine’s surrender of more territory — and the Kremlin’s manipulation of Donald Trump’s envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner.
I highlight the need for European involvement, both to bolster Ukraine and to ensure that the continent is considered amid any discussion of “security guarantees”.
