“U.S. to mediate new round of Ukraine-Russia talks, Witkoff says”

Key points

• US special envoy Steve Witkoff announced November talks in Abu Dhabi.
• Discussions will cover post-war security, de-escalation, humanitarian efforts, and next steps toward peace.
• American negotiators will meet European allies and NATO members this week.
• Ceasefire in Kherson ended recently, raising hopes for progress.
• Russia continues strikes nationwide, including in Zaporizhzhia and Kharkiv regions.