Atlanticcouncil US-Russia Peace Talks: Tensions Rise Amid Concessions
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- •US-Russia negotiations in Abu Dhabi may not lead to genuine peace.
- •Trump's concessions to Russia include sanction waivers and resumed diesel shipments.
- •Putin's objectives focus on undermining Western support for Ukraine.
In November 2026, US, Russian, and Ukrainian negotiators are set to meet in Abu Dhabi, raising questions about the potential for peace in Ukraine. Russian President Vladimir Putin aims to establish political control over Ukraine while undermining Western support. US President Donald Trump's administration has made several concessions to Russia, including resuming diesel shipments and waiving sanctions, which have drawn bipartisan criticism. Despite these gestures, Putin has not offered any concessions in return, and the Kremlin's terms for peace remain unchanged. The upcoming talks may serve as a procedural accommodation rather than a genuine effort towards peace. The situation reflects a complex geopolitical landscape with significant implications for US and European relations with Ukraine.
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