Abu dhabi: Russian, Ukrainian, and US negotiators are set to engage in their inaugural trilateral discussions in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, later today, focusing primarily on security issues. This development was announced by Russian presidential aide Yury Ushakov.

According to Anadolu Agency, the decision to hold these talks emerged after a meeting between Russian President Vladimir Putin and an American delegation that included special envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, along with Federal Acquisition Service Commissioner Josh Gruenbaum. Representing Russia were presidential envoy Kirill Dmitriev and Ushakov. The talks are anticipated to address critical security concerns among the nations involved.

These discussions occur amidst a backdrop of significant geopolitical tension, including US President Donald Trump's recent decision to withdraw an invitation for Canada to join the "Board of Peace." This body was intended to address international conflicts, starting with the situation in Gaza. Trump's decision was announced via his Truth Social platform, addressing Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney directly.

In Europe, there are calls to enhance Arctic security investments, led by European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen. Her statements came during a joint press conference with European Council President Antonio Costa, emphasizing the need for Europe to ramp up defense spending in the Arctic region, especially given strategic interests like those in Greenland.

Meanwhile, President Trump has also announced that a "big force" is heading towards Iran, highlighting the presence of a flotilla in the region. This move signifies heightened military readiness amid rising tensions, as reported by Trump aboard Air Force One while returning from Davos, Switzerland.