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High-level negotiations including American, Russian, and Kyiv representatives commenced in Abu Dhabi this Tuesday, marking the most recent stage in initiatives to achieve a resolution to end the protracted war in Ukraine.

High-Level Delegates and Opening Discussions

American military official the US representative apparently conferred with a Moscow group on the eve of the talks, with negotiations extending into the following day.

“Discussions are progressing positively and we maintain hope. Secretary Driscoll is closely synchronised with the White House ... as these talks progress,” a spokesman commented.

Ukraine’s military intelligence chief, the head of military intelligence, was anticipated to participate in the discussions, though the exact format was uncertain whether direct talks with Moscow’s representatives would take place or if separate one-on-one sessions would be held.

Membership of the Russian team was unconfirmed. “I have nothing to say. We are following the media reports,” a Russian representative informed official outlets.

Context and Updated Peace Plan

The current talks follow prior discussions in Switzerland where American and Kyiv officials reworked a draft US proposal for ending the war.

Moscow has so far not accepted the latest draft of the proposal and is not expected to agree to many of the Ukrainian amendments.

Russia’s top diplomat, the Russian diplomat, stated that any modified agreement must reflect the “intent and text” of what was discussed during earlier summit meetings between both nations.

International Reactions and Apprehensions

EU leaders are reportedly finding it difficult to stay engaged in the process as American representatives take the lead.

Finland’s president, Alexander Stubb, who has stepped forward as a key interlocutor between the US and EU leaders, commented that the immediate future would be crucial in efforts to secure a peace settlement.

He reportedly held discussions with Volodymyr Zelenskyy and the alliance representatives, emphasizing that “The future of Ukraine is for Ukraine to decide, and with European security falling under Europe’s purview.”

Meanwhile, the France’s leader, the French official, warned against a peace deal that would represent a “surrender” for the nation.

“Terms presented suggest what Russia could agree to. Does that mean that it is what must be accepted by the Ukrainians and the Europeans? The answer is no,” he affirmed.

Details of the Initial US Proposal

The US proposal was reportedly made up of 28 points and was drawn from dialog between American and Moscow representatives, with input from Kyiv security authorities.

Key aspects of the proposal allegedly included:

• Ukraine ceding land presently held by Moscow
• Further zones that might be required to be willingly surrendered
• Restrictions on the scale of the Ukrainian army
• Immunity for all sides in the war regarding war crimes

Latest Developments and Ongoing Challenges

The US representative allegedly went to the Ukrainian capital to inform the Ukrainian president on the proposal and press quick approval.

The pressure, combined with the leaking of the plan, apparently took by surprise Ukrainian and European authorities.

The Ukrainian president reportedly that the country was facing one of the hardest moments in its existence and was being forced to choose between “forfeiting self-respect or abandoning a crucial supporter.”

Later, the US official briefed Nato ambassadors on the plan in Kyiv, with one attendee labeling it as “a disastrous gathering” and noting that EU officials were shocked by both the substance and tone of the presentation.

The US administration later moderated its stance, indicating that the 28-point plan was an “initial basis for negotiation” rather than a final ultimatum.

Military Developments During Negotiations

As diplomatic talks proceed, Moscow has continued its nightly attacks on Ukrainian urban centers.

Russian forces reportedly launched dozens of projectiles and many of drones at targets in and around Kyiv, according to Kyiv sources.

The Ukrainian president emphasized that the Kremlin must not believe it could win the war while negotiations were underway.

“What matters most now is that all partners move toward diplomacy together, through joint efforts. Sanctions and pressure on Moscow must yield outcomes,” he stated.

The capital’s mayor reported that seven people had been fatally injured in the recent attack on the capital.