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Ukraine-Russia Talks Begin in Abu Dhabi with US Support

Published January 23, 2026, 17:00
Ukraine-Russia Talks Begin in Abu Dhabi with US Support

Talks between Ukraine and Russia, mediated by the United States, have begun in Abu Dhabi and are scheduled to last for two days. The aim is to promote dialogue and find a political solution to the ongoing crisis. Simultaneously, the BBC, in collaboration with other organizations, has documented the deaths of 165,661 Russian soldiers in Ukraine, with a particularly high number of deaths coming from smaller ethnic groups within Russia. The increase in obituaries in January 2024 remains at the same level as the previous January, indicating that the intensity of hostilities has not decreased despite diplomatic efforts. The collection and analysis of loss data continues, with new information emerging daily.