Russia and Ukraine hold first peace talks for nine months, Trump envoy says gaps have narrowed

Al-MonitorNovember 10, 2026By Nov 10, 2026

By Roula RouhanaABU DHABI, Nov 10 (Reuters) - Russian and Ukrainian officials met in Abu Dhabi on Tuesday for their first US-brokered talks since February, after President Donald Trump suggested last week that a broad deal was possible on ending the war in Ukraine and guaranteeing security in Europe.US envoy Jared Kushner told delegates that recent contacts with both sides had "really identified, narrowed the gaps", and that Trump was committed to achieving peace.

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