Umerov on UAE talks: Discussed methods of implementing ceasefire, monitoring cessation of hostilities

The head of the Ukrainian delegation at the trilateral negotiations with the United States and Russia, Secretary of the National Security and Defense Council (NSDC) Rustem Umerov reported on the results of the negotiations on agreements on the exchange of prisoners of war, discussion of methods of implementing the ceasefire, monitoring the cessation of hostilities and the resumption of negotiations in the "coming weeks."

"Readout of Trilateral Peace Talks Hosted by the United Arab Emirates. Over February 4 and 5, delegations from the United States, Ukraine, and the Russian Federation met for the second trilateral meeting in Abu Dhabi to advance efforts to end the war in Ukraine. The discussions were constructive and focused on how to create the conditions for a durable peace. The delegations reached agreement whereby the Russian Federation and Ukraine will each release 157 Prisoners of War. This is the first exchange in the last five months. Over the two days, the delegations had wide-ranging discussions on the remaining open issues including methods to implement a ceasefire and monitor the cessation of military activities," he said on the X social network on Thursday evening.

According to him, the delegations agreed to inform their capitals and continue the trilateral discussions in the coming weeks, and they expressed gratitude to the United Arab Emirates for hosting the talks.

"Ukraine is grateful to President Donald J. Trump for his leadership in advancing an end to the war," Umerov said.