Russia and Ukraine showing flexibility on territory, US official says

AI Summary

A U.S. official says Russia and Ukraine are privately showing flexibility on a possible territorial exchange ahead of U.S.-mediated talks in Abu Dhabi. The discussions are also expected to address security guarantees for Ukraine, including a potential NATO-style defense commitment.

By Steve Holland and Humeyra Pamuk WASHINGTON, Nov 9 (Reuters) - Both Russia and Ukraine are showing some flexibility privately on the possible exchange of territory ahead of US-mediated talks in Abu Dhabi this week as President Donald Trump ramps up efforts to resolve the conflict, a US official said on Monday. The official, briefing reporters ahead of talks that begin on Tuesday, said security guarantees for Ukraine will be a major topic for the discussions, including the potential for a NATO-style Article 5 defense for Kyiv.