Europe joins Ukraine peace talks despite Kremlin criticism

European representatives will participate in Russia-Ukraine peace talks scheduled for November 10-11 in Abu Dhabi, confirmed French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot on Sunday, with France sending a delegate to the US-mediated negotiations. Barrot stated France will definitely be present at the talks, though he could not yet specify who will represent Paris. The meeting, announced by US special envoy Steve Witkoff, will focus on post-war security measures, de-escalation, humanitarian aid, and next steps in the peace process. The Kremlin criticized European involvement, with spokesman Dmitry Peskov citing unpreparedness and indecisiveness among European nations. Russia previously agreed with the US to hold trilateral talks without European participation, though Moscow acknowledged Europe's role will be necessary when discussing continental security arrangements.