Vladimir Putin has indicated that Moscow is willing to resume trilateral peace negotiations with Ukraine and the USA after 10 November. His comments followed three hours of talks in St Petersburg with American envoy Steve Witkoff, who previously met Volodymyr Zelensky in Norway. Both sides have reportedly accepted the principle of renewed negotiations, potentially in Abu Dhabi, although significant disagreements remain. Russia still demands Ukrainian territorial concessions, military restrictions, and guarantees against NATO membership. Ukraine insists on credible security guarantees, and has proposed freezing the conflict along existing frontlines as a starting point for peace. Zelensky expressed cautious optimism but warned that Moscow has previously withdrawn from proposed negotiations. Discussions also addressed future European security arrangements, economic cooperation, and the release of American prisoner Stephen Hubbard. Despite encouraging diplomatic statements, Russian officials have shown little willingness to compromise on longstanding demands. See also