Archive · 25 Jan 2026
Trilateral Talks End Without Deal
Ukraine, Russia, and the US had two days of talks in Abu Dhabi to discuss ending the war.
The talks were called constructive, but no deal was made.
Both sides agreed to talk more soon.
While the talks were happening, Russia attacked Kyiv and Kharkiv with many drones and missiles.
One person died, and many were hurt.
The attacks also knocked out power and heat for many people in Kyiv, where it's very cold.
Ukraine says Russia is being unfair by attacking while they're trying to make peace.
Russia says Ukraine must give up some land for peace to happen.
The main disagreement is about who controls the eastern part of Ukraine.
Trilateral talks between Ukraine, Russia, and the US in Abu Dhabi ended without a deal but were described as constructive.
All parties agreed to report back to their capitals and consider further meetings as early as next week.
Russian airstrikes during the talks killed one person and injured 31 in Kyiv and Kharkiv, damaging infrastructure and causing power outages.
Ukraine refuses to surrender territory, while Russia demands Ukraine withdraw from annexed eastern areas for a peace deal.
The US is pushing for progress, with envoys participating in the talks and emphasizing American monitoring of the peace process.
- Who
- Ukraine, Russia, and US representatives
- What
- Trilateral peace talks and Russian airstrikes on Kyiv and Kharkiv
- When
- January 23-24, 2026
- Where
- Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates; Kyiv and Kharkiv, Ukraine
- Why
- Attempt to negotiate an end to the war amid ongoing Russian military operations
Ukraine and US
Russia
Territorial Concessions
Ukraine and US
Ukraine refuses to surrender any territory, including the remaining 20% of Donetsk that Russia demands.
Russia
Russia insists Ukraine must withdraw troops from annexed eastern areas, including all of Donetsk, as a condition for peace.
Peace Process
Ukraine and US
Ukraine and the US view the talks as constructive and necessary for ending the war, emphasizing American monitoring and control.
Russia
Russia participates in talks but continues military operations, suggesting it will achieve its goals by force if negotiations fail.
- Location of Talks
- Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
- Participants
- Ukraine, Russia, and US representatives
- Duration of Talks
- Two days (January 23-24, 2026)
- Casualties in Kyiv
- 1 killed, 4 injured
- Casualties in Kharkiv
- 27 injured
- Weapons Used in Attacks
- 375 drones and 21 missiles
- Power Outages in Kyiv
- 800,000 people affected
- Temperature in Kyiv
- -10°C (14°F)
Sources
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