Europe joins U.S.-brokered Ukraine talks in Abu Dhabi despite Kremlin objections

European officials will join U.S.-mediated Russia-Ukraine talks in Abu Dhabi this week, France confirmed Sunday, despite Kremlin objections to European participation. The meetings mark the first three-way negotiation round since February. France's foreign minister Jean-Noël Barrot said Paris would ensure Europe's voice is heard, though he did not specify whether officials would negotiate directly or observe. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov had ruled out a European role, while President Trump suggested any agreement might involve all of Europe. The talks follow stalled progress in earlier rounds, with Russia demanding Ukrainian territory concessions and NATO renunciation. Ukrainian President Zelenskyy warned of potential dangers, citing the 1945 Yalta conference precedent, as fighting continues with recent missile strikes and high civilian casualties.