Kremlin Signals Openness to Territorial Compromise in Ukraine Peace Talks
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Finnish and Norwegian leaders spoke separately with Putin and Zelenskiy, urging direct negotiations to de-escalate the conflict. This marks a notable diplomatic initiative by staunch Kiev allies, though no concrete outcomes or shifts in positions were reported. The calls signal continued Western engagement but uncertainty remains over any substantive progress.
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Trilateral US-Russia-Ukraine talks are confirmed to resume in Abu Dhabi in early November, with Ukraine seeking an expedited schedule and an 'energy ceasefire'. Russia has confirmed its participation but stated that combat operations will not be restricted, while also reportedly planning to demand NATO troop reductions to 1997 levels. The agenda and potential for a breakthrough remain highly uncertain.
Finnish President Stubb and Norwegian PM Støre engaged in direct talks with Russian President Putin, following consultations with Ukrainian President Zelensky and US envoy Witkoff. These discussions focused on settling the Ukraine crisis, limiting energy infrastructure strikes, and preparing for negotiations in Abu Dhabi, culminating in an agreement to resume trilateral Russia-Ukraine-US talks. While the engagement signals a potential diplomatic opening and de-escalation, concrete terms and Moscow's genuine shift in position remain undisclosed.
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