A second round of trilateral talks between Russia, Ukraine, and the United States is scheduled for February 1 in Abu Dhabi, according to Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov. Russia's participation marks a significant policy shift, bringing the US directly into negotiations. While details from the first round remain scarce, public statements and recent reports offer crucial clues into the high-stakes discussions. Here are five critical insights into the evolving diplomatic landscape. Territory appears to be the central unresolved issue. On the eve of the initial talks, top Putin aide Yuri Ushakov stated that a lasting ... (full story)