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Ukrainian Peace Talks Delayed Amid Russian Gains

2/3/2026

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said negotiators are awaiting updates from the United States on peace talks with Russia, indicating a potential postponement of discussions planned for Abu Dhabi.
Zelensky emphasized Ukraine is ready to negotiate.
U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff described recent meetings with Russian officials as productive and constructive.
The American delegation included Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Jared Kushner.
Russian forces reportedly gained control of the villages of Toretsk in Donetsk and Petrovka in Zaporizhzhia.

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said negotiators are awaiting updates from the United States on peace talks with Russia, indicating a potential postponement of discussions planned for Abu Dhabi.
Zelensky emphasized Ukraine is ready to negotiate.
U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff described recent meetings with Russian officials as productive and constructive.
The American delegation included Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Jared Kushner.
Russian forces reportedly gained control of the villages of Toretsk in Donetsk and Petrovka in Zaporizhzhia.