France confirms presence at Russia-Ukraine talks in Abu Dhabi

France has announced it will be represented at the Russia-Ukraine negotiations scheduled for November 10-11 in Abu Dhabi, with the United States mediating, according to French diplomatic chief Jean-Noël Barrot. Barrot confirmed France's presence at the talks, stating Europeans will be "well represented," though he did not specify who will attend. The announcement follows Russian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Maria Zakharova's claim that Europeans have no place at the negotiating table. The trilateral talks between Russia, Ukraine, and the US come as the 37-nation Willing Coalition prepares joint military exercises in Poland from November 9-22, aimed at preparing a potential stabilization mission in Ukraine.