Talks in Abu Dhabi are first substantive negotiations in months focusing on ending the conflict which has raged for more than four years

• US officials seek ‘final end’ to Russia-Ukraine war as talks begin

At least 10 people died ⁠in a traffic accident involving about 50 vehicles on both ⁠sides of a foggy ⁠stretch ​of highway in southeastern Bulgaria this morning, the BTA ⁠news agency reported, citing the Yambol regional governor, Georgi Chalakov.

Ch Insp Todor Mishinev from ​the Yambol regional directorate of the ministry of internal affairs told Nova TV that some people were still trapped ⁠in their cars.

Participants emphasized that any future arrangements must respect sovereignty, territorial integrity, independent decision-making, and provide credible security guarantees for Ukraine.

The shared objective is to develop a practical and mutually reinforcing security framework that strengthens Ukraine’s long-term security and builds the confidence necessary to reach a negotiated settlement.