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Kushner and Witkoff Travel to Putin and Zelensky: What the New Round of Talks in Abu Dhabi Will Decide

Politics 11/12/2026, 15:48

A new round of negotiations involving American intermediaries Kushner and Witkoff, Putin, and Zelensky is being prepared in Abu Dhabi. Kyiv has pre-coordinated its position with the EU, though the meeting itself is not guaranteed.

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Putin proposes repeating Oleshky humanitarian model in Kostiantynivka: five days needed for demining

Politics 11/12/2026, 14:55

Putin, meeting with US envoys Witkoff and Kushner, proposed a humanitarian mission in Kostiantynivka based on the Oleshky model, citing a need for five days of demining. Ukrainian sources previously documented the redeployment of over 1,000 Russian troops to Kherson during the ceasefire.

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Rutte: Russia loses as many troops in a month as the US did in 14 years in Vietnam

Politics 11/12/2026, 14:48

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte stated that Russia's monthly losses in Ukraine exceed 40,000 killed and wounded, comparable to US losses during the 14-year Vietnam War.

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Witkoff and Kushner Hold Talks with Putin in the Kremlin: What Was Discussed and What's Next

Politics 11/12/2026, 14:26

US Special Envoys Witkoff and Kushner held talks with Putin in the Kremlin on November 12 following trilateral consultations in Abu Dhabi. Topics included the humanitarian track, a prisoner swap, and European security proposals. After Moscow, the Americans are heading to Dublin to meet with Zelenskyy.

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Trump's Special Envoys Witkoff and Kushner Arrive in Moscow for Meeting with Putin

Politics 11/12/2026, 07:22

Trump's special envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner arrived at Vnukovo Airport, where they were met by Kirill Dmitriev. After meeting with Putin, they will head to Dublin for talks with Zelenskyy.

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Berlin Does Not Rule Out Phone Call Between Merz and Putin After Abu Dhabi Talks

Politics 11/12/2026, 06:40

Following the Abu Dhabi talks, Berlin has not ruled out a phone call between Chancellor Merz and Putin. Germany announced that an understanding of the basic settlement principles has been reached and will be handed over to the Kremlin.

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US Prepares Potential Trilateral Meeting Between Trump, Xi Jinping, and Putin on the Sidelines of APEC in Shenzhen

Politics 11/12/2026, 04:11

The US is preparing a potential trilateral meeting between Trump, Xi Jinping, and Putin on the sidelines of the APEC summit in Shenzhen on November 18–19. The format and agenda of the talks remain a subject of disagreement between Washington and Beijing.

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US Demands New European Security Proposal from Russia Ahead of Kushner and Witkoff Meeting with Putin

Politics 11/11/2026, 22:48

The US has asked Russia to prepare a new proposal on a European security agreement. Kushner and Witkoff will bring it to a meeting with Putin on November 12 before heading to Dublin to see Zelenskyy.

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Zelenskyy Announces 'Window of Opportunity' Until 2027 for Peace Talks Conclusion

Politics 11/11/2026, 22:08

Zelenskyy stated that a 'window of opportunity' exists until 2027 for a result in peace talks. On November 12 in Dublin, he will meet with US special representatives Witkoff and Kushner.

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Kremlin Confirms: Putin's Meeting with US Envoys Witkoff and Kushner to Take Place Tomorrow

Politics 11/11/2026, 19:55

The Kremlin confirmed that Putin's meeting with US envoys Witkoff and Kushner will take place tomorrow morning. Previously, Kushner called talks between the leaders of Ukraine and Russia a positive step.

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Following Abu Dhabi talks, Berlin does not rule out phone call between Merz and Putin

Politics 11/11/2026, 19:39

Following talks in Abu Dhabi, German government spokesperson Steffen Cornelius stated that a phone call between Chancellor Merz and Putin may take place. The Kremlin had previously confirmed readiness for dialogue, and Merz does not rule out a meeting at the G20 in Miami.

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Peskov: Putin is open to contacts with Merz, in-person meeting possible at G20 summit in Miami

Politics 11/11/2026, 16:12

Kremlin Spokesman Dmitry Peskov stated that Vladimir Putin is open to contacts with European leaders, including German Chancellor Friedrich Merz. An in-person meeting could take place at the G20 summit in Miami.

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Witkoff and Kushner Head to Moscow to See Putin on Nov 12, Followed by Zelensky in Dublin

Politics 11/11/2026, 15:11

US Special Envoys Kushner and Witkoff will travel to Moscow on November 12 to meet with Putin, followed by talks with Zelensky in Dublin. Security guarantees and prisoner exchanges were discussed in Abu Dhabi.

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Norway's Prime Minister does not rule out new phone call with Putin after first contact involving Stubb

Politics 11/11/2026, 09:22

Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre has not ruled out a new telephone conversation with Vladimir Putin following their first contact on October 27 involving Finnish President Alexander Stubb.

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Kushner: Trump is 'really determined' to end the war in Ukraine and considers the conflict to have dragged on

Politics 11/10/2026, 22:22

US Special Envoy Jared Kushner stated that Donald Trump is 'really determined' to end the war in Ukraine and feels the conflict has lasted too long. The statement followed trilateral talks in Abu Dhabi.

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Sybiha Rejects Putin’s Claims of Ukraine Controlling Only 10% of Donbas: "Ukraine Controls 20% and Is Stronger Than Last Year"

Politics 11/10/2026, 21:59

Ukrainian FM Sybiha refuted Putin's claims of Kyiv controlling 10% of Donbas, citing 20%. Independent DeepState data supports the Ukrainian assessment. The divergence in numbers blocks the diplomatic track.

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US Discusses Redrawing Donetsk and Luhansk Oblast Borders as a Concession to Putin Ahead of Abu Dhabi Talks

Politics 11/10/2026, 10:44

Ahead of trilateral talks in Abu Dhabi on November 10, the US is discussing redrawing the borders of Donetsk and Luhansk oblasts as a concession to Putin. Kyiv rejects a parallel proposal to return Russia to European energy markets.

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Zelenskyy Ready to Meet Putin Anywhere Except Moscow: Ukraine's UN Envoy

Politics 11/10/2026, 08:42

At a UN Security Council meeting, Ukraine's UN Envoy Andrii Melnyk stated that Zelenskyy is ready to meet Putin anywhere in the world except Moscow, mentioning Florida and Antarctica.

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