In Abu Dhabi, a high-stakes, U.S.-brokered gathering aims to broker a path toward verifiable ceasefires and strengthened European security assurances, even as energy strikes escalate across Ukraine.
The discussions bring together Ukrainian and Russian representatives with U.S. mediation, focusing on mechanisms to verify any ceasefire and the broader security guarantees that could sustain a fragile pause in hostilities.
Observers say the talks come at a pivotal moment, with energy infrastructure repeatedly targeted as part of the broader conflict. The outcome could influence not only the trajectory of fighting but also the stability of Europe's security framework going forward.