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Second round of trilateral talks on Ukraine in Abu Dhabi was 'constructive', UAE says
Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, said the UAE hosting this round underscores global confidence in its role in fostering dialogue
- PUBLISHED: Fri 6 Feb 2026, 10:08 AM
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Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, said the commencement of the second round of trilateral talks between Russia, Ukraine, and the United States in Abu Dhabi sends positive messages.
He noted that the talks reflect the parties’ seriousness in advancing diplomatic efforts and added that they also demonstrate a shared commitment to ending the humanitarian suffering caused by a conflict now in its fourth year.
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Sheikh Abdullah emphasised that the UAE’s hosting of this round represents an important step that reflects international confidence in the UAE’s role in fostering dialogue and advancing diplomatic solutions to crises, particularly on this issue.
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Sheikh Abdullah also expressed appreciation to Russian and Ukrainian leaders and their teams for their constructive engagement in the talks.
He noted, “We place great value on the close relations and friendship between President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and both Vladimir Putin, President of the Russian Federation, and Volodymyr Zelenskyy, President of Ukraine. In this regard, we express our appreciation to President Putin and President Zelenskyy, as well as to the participating teams from both countries, for their constructive engagement in these talks.”
Sheikh Abdullah also praised President Donald Trump and the US team for their efforts in facilitating the talks.
He added, “We also thank and commend the leadership and steadfast efforts of United States President Donald Trump, who shares close ties with President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan. We further extend our appreciation to the participating US team, whose efforts contributed to facilitating these talks and advancing the political track, from which the international community looks forward to positive outcomes that will help consolidate global stability and bring an end to the crisis.”
Sheikh Abdullah underlined that “the two rounds of talks held in Abu Dhabi resulted in productive and constructive discussions that highlighted areas of common ground that can serve as a foundation for further progress."
He reaffirmed that, drawing on its close partnerships and balanced relations with all parties, the UAE continues to support all efforts aimed at achieving a comprehensive political settlement to the crisis.
