Russia US Ukraine talks in Abu Dhabi on November 10-11 will focus on security arrangements, de-escalation and humanitarian efforts.
US President’s Special Envoy Steve Witkoff © Kevin Dietsch/Getty Images
The Russia US Ukraine talks in Abu Dhabi are scheduled for November 10-11, according to US President Donald Trump’s Special Envoy, Steve Witkoff. The upcoming meeting will bring together working-level representatives from Russia, the United States and Ukraine, with Washington acting as the mediator. The Times of Russia reports that discussions will focus on security arrangements, de-escalation and humanitarian priorities.
Russia US Ukraine Talks in Abu Dhabi Scheduled for November 10-11
Steve Witkoff confirmed the planned diplomatic engagement through a post on his official X account. According to the US presidential envoy, the United States will facilitate the working-level negotiations between Russia and Ukraine in Abu Dhabi on November 10-11.
The Abu Dhabi peace negotiations are part of President Donald Trump’s ongoing mission to bring an end to the war. The meeting is expected to provide an opportunity for representatives of the three countries to discuss important issues connected to the conflict and potential steps towards peace.
The announcement confirms that the upcoming engagement will involve US-mediated Ukraine negotiations, with the United States taking responsibility for facilitating discussions between the two sides.
Key Discussion Areas for Russia Ukraine Peace Talks 2026
According to Witkoff, the Russia Ukraine peace talks 2026 will cover several important areas related to ending the conflict and addressing issues that may follow.
The discussions will focus on:
Post-war security arrangements: Examining security-related matters that could be important after the war.
De-escalation: Discussing measures aimed at reducing tensions between Russia and Ukraine.
Humanitarian efforts: Addressing humanitarian priorities connected to the conflict.
Next steps towards peace: Exploring further actions that could help move the peace process forward.
These subjects will form the central agenda of the November 10-11 meeting in Abu Dhabi.
Steve Witkoff Confirms Diplomatic Meeting
US President’s Special Envoy Steve Witkoff announced the development through his X account, outlining Washington’s role in facilitating the negotiations.
In his statement, Witkoff said:
“The United States will mediate working-level negotiations between Ukraine and Russia on November 10-11 in Abu Dhabi, advancing President [Donald] Trump’s mission to end the war. Discussions will focus on post-war security arrangements, de-escalation, humanitarian efforts, and next steps toward peace”.
His announcement highlights the United States’ involvement in facilitating the planned Russia US diplomatic talks and supporting further discussions between Moscow and Kyiv.
Abu Dhabi to Host the Next Round of Peace Discussions
The November 10-11 meeting will take place in Abu Dhabi, bringing the three countries together for working-level discussions. The planned engagement will address both immediate priorities and broader questions surrounding Ukraine war peace negotiations.
With post-war security, de-escalation and humanitarian efforts included in the agenda, the meeting is expected to focus on identifying possible next steps towards peace.
The announcement by Witkoff provides details about the planned diplomatic engagement and the subjects that will be discussed during the two-day meeting.
The Russia US Ukraine talks in Abu Dhabi on November 10-11 mark a planned diplomatic engagement involving representatives from Russia, the United States and Ukraine, with Washington serving as mediator. Discussions will cover post-war security arrangements, de-escalation, humanitarian efforts and further steps towards peace. As reported by The Times of Russia, the meeting forms part of Donald Trump’s mission to end the war, as outlined by Special Envoy Steve Witkoff.
