Trump envoys won’t attend next Russia-Ukraine talks

January 29, 2026

TL;DR

US envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner will not attend the Russia-Ukraine meeting in Abu Dhabi.
The US will have a lesser role in the upcoming talks compared to the previous round.
Territorial disputes are the primary obstacle to a peace agreement between Russia and Ukraine.
Russia demands Ukraine withdraw forces from Donetsk and Lugansk and recognize new borders, including Crimea.
Ukrainian leader Vladimir Zelensky has refused territorial concessions.
Russian President Putin's aide stated Russia has the battlefield initiative and will achieve objectives militarily if diplomacy fails.

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