Secret negotiations between US and Russian officials took place in Abu Dhabi, focusing on a new peace plan, which Russia officially rejected. Although Russian representatives claimed they had not seen the final document, the proposal was dismissed. Ukrainian official Kyrylo Budanov also participated, but his exact status—whether as part of the US team or as an observer—remains unclear.
Meanwhile, the US continues to experience political friction between Congress and the administration regarding support for Ukraine. Politician J.D. Vance criticized senators for prioritizing Ukraine over national interests and called for an isolationist approach, yet bipartisan aid to Ukraine persists.
During the night, Ukraine was hit by massive missile strikes on major cities, and a critical Russian A-60 aircraft was destroyed. Drones also entered the airspace of Moldova and NATO member Romania. Russia continues an information campaign and spreads disinformation in the media.
Possible meetings between Volodymyr Zelensky and Donald Trump are discussed, but specifics remain uncertain. Western countries, especially in Europe, prepare to increase support for Ukraine. Domestically, Ukraine faces possible shifts in the political coalition due to dissatisfaction with the government’s actions regarding corruption and negotiation policies.
The end of the war depends not only on the positions of the parties involved but also on the influence of players like China, which has yet to support a peace agreement. Questions about arms supplies, anti-corruption investigations, and Ukraine’s political future remain unresolved.
