Statements of participants at the beginning of the tripartite negotiations in Abu Dhabi:
Vladimir Medinsky, head of the Russian delegation and presidential adviser:
"We hope that today's meeting, with the assembly of the representative, will allow us to move forward peacefully for the benefit of the interests of the people of Russia and Ukraine."
Jared Kushner, US envoy:
"I appreciate the courage and leadership that everyone is showing by coming today. "I think we will have a very productive two days. ".
Rostam Umerov, head of the Ukrainian delegation and secretary of the National Security and Defense Council of Ukraine:
"We have a mandate from Vladimir Zelensky to discuss all issues."
Aleksos Grinkic, NATO's Supreme Allied Commander in Europe:
"I look forward to working with both sides to consolidate the progress made in the past and maintain this commitment to lay the foundation for sustainable peace. ".