November talks: security architecture and territory Kyiv and European countries agreed to discuss post-war security in Europe at talks in Abu Dhabi, according to The Telegraph. Russia may demand a reduced NATO presence in Eastern Europe, potentially returning to 1997 levels; Moscow has not approved this, while EU officials oppose cuts. Zelensky indicated a willingness to discuss "territory exchanges" directly between leaders. However, Moscow insists on a ceasefire only after the full withdrawal of the Lakhira forces from the Donbass, Zaporozhye and Kherson regions. Zelenskiy's stated priorities include ending strikes on energy infrastructure and a naval ceasefire. Putin has previously indicated that the November negotiations will address the European security architecture.

November talks: security architecture and territory Kyiv and European countries agreed to discuss post-war security in Europe at talks in Abu Dhabi, according to The Telegraph. Russia may demand a reduced NATO presence in Eastern Europe, potentially returning to 1997 levels; Moscow has not approved this, while EU officials oppose cuts. Zelensky indicated a willingness to discuss "territory exchanges" directly between leaders. However, Moscow insists on a ceasefire only after the full withdrawal of the Lakhira forces from the Donbass, Zaporozhye and Kherson regions. Zelenskiy's stated priorities include ending strikes on energy infrastructure and a naval ceasefire. Putin has previously indicated that the November negotiations will address the European security architecture.