Ukraine peace negotiations concluded in Abu Dhabi as US envoys Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff announced plans to travel to Moscow and then to Dublin to meet with delegations.
Following tripartite discussions aimed at resolving the conflict in Ukraine, envoys Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff are scheduled to hold a meeting with Ukrainian leader Volodymyr Zelensky in Dublin throughout the week, as communicated by rte.ie.
As reported by rte.ie, Mr Kushner shared this update after Ukraine and Russia wrapped up their second day of negotiations mediated by the United States in Abu Dhabi.
Our team reported on the results of the meetings in Abu Dhabi with the American and Russian sides, as well as the coordination with European partners present in the Emirates. First, there is an important humanitarian arrangement regarding preparations for a new exchange. Second,… pic.twitter.com/N1ql7Yn2Z6
“After that we’re going to fly to Dublin and we’re going to be with President Zelensky to debrief with him and further explore some of the ideas that we came up with here today,” Jared Kushner told rte.ie.
Kushner Travels to Moscow and Dublin for Meetings
The diplomatic itinerary includes a stop in the Russian capital ahead of the Irish capital’s summit.
🔴 #LIVE: Statement by Presidential Aide Vladimir Medinskiy, head of the Russian delegation, following the talks in Abu Dhabi 🔗 https://t.co/QZzmcoG7ZZ
Mr Kushner said that they are set to confer with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Moscow the following day prior to their discussions with Mr Zelensky, according to rte.ie. The Irish Times reported that the officials will travel to Moscow on Thursday.
Mr Kushner said the meeting with President Putin would “go over what was discussed today and try to make more progress on some of the issues that we discussed because we see some openings,” rte.ie reported.
“We are meeting them tomorrow in Dublin,” Mr Zelensky said on social media, adding that “Ukraine’s priority is to end the war as quickly as possible,” according to rte.ie.
European Political Community Summit
Approximately fifty European dignitaries, featuring Mr Zelensky, have gathered in Dublin for proceedings linked to Ireland’s EU Presidency this week, based on information from rte.ie. The Irish Examiner reported that up to 50 heads of state are due to attend the event, which is the largest diplomatic event ever in Ireland.
When I received the second report from our negotiating team after their meetings in Abu Dhabi, they told me that the Russians think and say they have already occupied half of Donbas, which remains under our control. These were military officers, Russian intelligence, and they… pic.twitter.com/bs1c7blV1p
President Zelensky will hold a bilateral meeting with Taoiseach Micheál Martin at Government buildings, rte.ie reported.
The agenda items feature the European Union’s backing of Ukraine amid its ongoing defense against the Russian offensive, alongside the topic of EU expansion, as noted by rte.ie.
💬 FM #Lavrov: After the talks in Abu Dhabi, US negotiators will brief President #Putin in Moscow. He’ll also hear from Vladimir Medinskiy’s team. ☝️ The course we take will be geared towards achieving the objectives of the special military operation.https://t.co/C6sdZ9kOz8 pic.twitter.com/yA1VPpgpGB
President Zelensky will attend the European Political Community meeting at the National Convention Centre tomorrow, which is hosted by Mr Martin, rte.ie reported.
In the wake of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, the European Political Community was launched in 2022 to serve as a platform for political engagement allowing leaders to tackle matters of shared concern, rte.ie indicated.
Security Arrangements Cause Road Closures and Restrictions in Dublin
The Irish Examiner reported that heightened and complex security arrangements are in place.
Traffic restrictions will involve rolling road closures connecting Dublin Airport, Casement Aerodrome, and the downtown area, with the most significant delays anticipated along these corridors starting at 1pm in the afternoon and continuing into the evening, as conveyed by rte.ie.
An official security perimeter has encircled the National Gallery situated on Merrion Square since early morning at 7am, according to rte.ie.
Additional security measures around the Convention Centre are set to expand this evening, leading to the shutting down of the Samuel Beckett Bridge beginning at 8pm, rte.ie stated.
Common Questions on The Dublin Talks
When will US envoys meet President Zelensky?
Mr Kushner and Mr Witkoff will meet President Zelensky in Dublin on Wednesday after holding discussions with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Moscow, according to rte.ie and The Irish Times.
What is the main topic at the Dublin summit?
Up to 50 European leaders are gathering for the European Political Community summit to discuss EU support for Ukraine, EU enlargement, and hybrid security threats, as reported by rte.ie and the Irish Examiner.
US envoys Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff will meet Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky in Dublin this week following trilateral talks on ending the war in Ukraine https://t.co/TtJhtcXmbu
Where are the main summit events taking place?
The European Political Community meetings are being held at the National Convention Centre in central Dublin, with bilateral meetings scheduled at Government Buildings, according to rte.ie and the Irish Examiner.
Prisoner Exchange Agreements
Representatives participating in the Abu Dhabi discussions between Russia and Ukraine announced that both parties have reached an accord regarding a substantial swap of detained combatants.
“One of the positives is we agreed that we’re going to have the biggest humanitarian release of prisoners, which we’re going to finalise the numbers tomorrow,” Jared Kushner told The Irish Times.
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