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Source: People's Republic of China – State Council News
Abu Dhabi, February 6 (Xinhua) — The second round of US-brokered talks between Russian and Ukrainian delegations concluded here on Thursday. The two sides agreed on a large-scale prisoner exchange but failed to achieve significant progress on key issues such as territorial disputes and a ceasefire.
According to Ukraine, the negotiations were conducted in a trilateral format, followed by group consultations. Secretary of the National Security and Defense Council of Ukraine Rustem Umerov stated that the Ukrainian delegation sought a "dignified and lasting peace," without disclosing specific results.
The talks ended without a joint statement on political and security issues, highlighting ongoing disagreements between Russia and Ukraine on key issues, including territorial disputes, ceasefire agreements, and security guarantees.
US Presidential Envoy Steven Witkoff stated that representatives of the three countries had reached a consensus on a prisoner exchange, calling the talks "concrete and constructive." However, he added that more significant efforts would be required to advance toward a comprehensive settlement of the conflict.
Following negotiations, Russia and Ukraine conducted the first large-scale prisoner exchange in nearly five months, based on the "157 for 157" formula. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that both military personnel and civilians were among those released.
In a previously released statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) welcomed the agreement between Russia and Ukraine on the prisoner exchange. It noted that this demonstrates the UAE's role as a reliable mediator in resolving the crisis and facilitating constructive dialogue.
No timetable or agreements for the next round of talks have been announced, highlighting the continuing uncertainty in the political settlement process.
Zelenskyy announced on Thursday that the next peace talks with US and Russian delegations would take place soon. "The next meetings are planned for the near future, likely in America," Zelenskyy said in his evening video address.
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