A new round of trilateral negotiations between Ukraine, the United States, and Russia is set to begin in Abu Dhabi, one day after Russia carried out its largest missile attack on Ukraine this winter. The strike involved a record number of missiles aimed primarily at Ukraine’s civilian energy infrastructure.
In response to the attack, Ukraine plans to modify its negotiating stance for the upcoming discussions. The talks are expected to address ongoing conflict issues and potential pathways toward de-escalation.
**Why this matters**
The timing of the talks immediately after a significant escalation highlights the challenges in reaching a diplomatic resolution. The missile strike on critical infrastructure has increased tensions and could influence the negotiation dynamics between the involved parties.
Source: NewsData
