Ukraine, Russia and US resume Abu Dhabi peace talks

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The negotiations represent the first trilateral engagement of this kind since February and are being closely watched for evidence of a diplomatic breakthrough. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said the discussions were very productive, while Ukrainian officials described the first round as constructive. Major unresolved issues include security guarantees for Ukraine, territorial questions, the sequencing of any ceasefire and the fate of prisoners. The talks are taking place as fighting and Russian strikes continue, meaning any progress would remain preliminary until translated into concrete agreements.

Sources: BBC News, Reuters, Anadolu Agency, ABC News, Euronews