His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE, met in Abu Dhabi on Thursday, November 12, with the US delegation mediating trilateral talks between Russia, Ukraine and the United States. The delegation included Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, envoys of the US President.

According to the Emirates News Agency (WAM), the meeting took place within the framework of US-mediated talks hosted by the UAE to advance diplomatic efforts towards a political solution to the Russia-Ukraine crisis.

The third round of the trilateral talks began in Abu Dhabi on Tuesday, November 10, and concluded on Wednesday, November 11.

The UAE said hosting the talks was part of its efforts to promote dialogue, support diplomatic initiatives and help achieve international peace and stability.

UAE officials said the talks in Abu Dhabi also reflected the international community’s confidence in the country’s role in facilitating negotiations and its longstanding commitment to supporting peace efforts.

The meeting was also attended by Sheikh Tahnoun bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Ruler of Abu Dhabi and UAE National Security Adviser; Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Chairman of the Presidential Court for Special Affairs; Sheikh Mohamed bin Hamad bin Tahnoun Al Nahyan, Adviser to the UAE President; and several other officials.