Zelenskyy visits UAE as Saudi Arabia prepares for Trump-Putin peace talks on Ukraine war

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy arrived in Abu Dhabi after the Munich Security Conference, marking his first visit to the UAE since the war began. His trip comes amid growing discussions for peace talks to end the conflict. Zelenskyy aims to focus on repatriating captives, economic partnerships, and humanitarian efforts. His visit coincides with the UAE's International Defense Exhibition, where both Ukraine and Russia are showcasing arms. Meanwhile, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio is set to lead talks in Saudi Arabia with Russian officials. This shift in U.S. engagement contrasts with previous policies that isolated Russia following its invasion of Ukraine.