US announces Europe's role after first day of Russia-Ukraine peace talks

Trilateral Ukraine-Russia-US peace negotiations ended after over four hours Tuesday in Abu Dhabi and will resume Wednesday, with Washington announcing it wants Europe to join the talks. Moscow said it is not rushing toward a ceasefire. The US-mediated discussions, the first since February, focus on security guarantees for Ukraine, including potential NATO Article 5-style commitments, and post-war European security architecture. US envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner are mediating, while Russia and Ukraine remain far apart on territorial issues. European officials are pressing for a seat at the table, though Russia rejects their involvement. Russia seeks a comprehensive agreement rather than a temporary truce, while Ukraine insists on adequate security guarantees before discussing territorial concessions.