Russia-Ukraine talks turn to post-war security but end without breakthrough

Trilateral talks in Abu Dhabi between Russia, Ukraine and the US aimed at ending the war in Ukraine have concluded after a second day. Although the American side said they saw some openings, there was no hint of any breakthroughs to end the nearly five year-long war sparked by Russia's invasion. Davyd Arakhamia from Ukraine's negotiating team said that this round of talks - the first since February - was one of the hardest. I believe the Russians came with very strict directives, so it was extremely difficult to soften the discussion, he said. But he added that he felt good momentum and urged for a second round of talks to be organised as soon as possible.