“Russia and Ukraine security-focused talks start in Abu Dhabi”

Key points

• Russia, Ukraine and the US started trilateral talks in Abu Dhabi on Tuesday.
• Security guarantees are central to the two-day discussions, plus de-escalation and humanitarian measures.
• US envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner lead the American delegation.
• Participants include Ukraine, the EU, Nato, Germany, France, Britain and Italy.
• Progress is uncertain as both sides continue energy-site attacks and demand concessions.