US sees 'real chance' for progress at Abu Dhabi talks, but no peace deal expected

US officials expect progress at trilateral talks in Abu Dhabi on November 10-11 but do not anticipate a peace agreement, according to Radio Free Europe correspondent Alex Raufoglu. Washington sees a "real chance" for serious progress toward ending the war. US officials are working to reassure Russia about alignment with Europe and NATO, aiming to expand talks to a multilateral format. Security guarantees for Ukraine, similar to NATO Articles 4 and 5, are central, with Europe expected to bear financial costs. Territorial disputes remain unresolved. Russia demands all of Donetsk, while Ukraine insists on the current line of contact, though both show private flexibility. The meeting aims to clarify positions and build a framework for future negotiations, with possible follow-up meetings with Putin and Zelensky depending on progress.