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Story summary
- Russia launched nearly 400 drones and missiles at Ukraine during United States–mediated talks in Abu Dhabi, signaling negotiations serve as a façade for aggression.
- Analysts, including former Ukrainian diplomat Iuliia Osmolovska, say Russia uses Soviet-era tactics like the Gromyko Method, which stalls and manipulates to pursue gains.
- Negotiations thus appear to legitimize Russian actions, with the Kremlin maintaining pressure and consolidating its military position, undermining Western efforts for a resolution.
