Peace Talks for Russia-Ukraine Conflict Scheduled in Abu Dhabi Amid Intensified Fighting and EU Funding Debate

Peace talks involving Russia, Ukraine, US, and EU officials are set to begin in Abu Dhabi, aiming to de-escalate Europe's most devastating conflict since World War II. This diplomatic push comes as Russia continues to strike Ukraine's power grid, and Ukrainian forces target Russian oil refineries. Ukrainian President Zelenskyy has warned European partners of Russia's intent to launch sustained attacks on Dnipro river bridges to cut the country in half. Meanwhile, Germany has issued an ultimatum, threatening to block the EU's next seven-year budget unless all member states commit to long-term financial support for Ukraine. Canada has also imposed additional sanctions on Russia, targeting its military capabilities and financial enablers. Peru's foreign minister confronted Russia over the recruitment of Peruvian nationals to fight in Ukraine.