Thanks for joining as as we look at the latest on Russia's war in Ukraine. Negotiators from Ukraine, Russia, and the United States are due to meet in Abu Dhabi as Russia ramps up drone and missile attacks on Ukraine's energy grid. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has said the strikes show Moscow is "betting on war," while talks remain stuck over territory in eastern Ukraine, particularly the Donbas. Stick with us for the latest updates on Ukraine.
Ukraine's Zelenskyy says Russia is focusing on attacking "primarily railway infrastructure." Meanwhile, the Kremlin has said talks with Ukraine will continue in Abu Dhabi on Wednesday. DW has more. Ukraine has reported several attacks on railway in recent days [FILE: January 27, 2026]Image: Ukrainian Emergency Service/AP Photo/picture alliance Skip next section What you need to know Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has reported new Russian attacks on Ukrainian transport routes German authorities have arrested five over allegedly exporting goods to Russian defense companies Russia has confirmed trilateral talks in Abu Dhabi will continue on Wednesday Keep reading for the latest updates from Russia's war in Ukraine on Monday, February 2: Skip next section
Following the meetings in Geneva, we see many prospects that can make the path to peace real, Zelensky wrote in an X post on Tuesday. There are solid results, and much work still lies ahead. This morning, I spoke with Prime Minister of the United Kingdom @Keir_Starmer. It was a good and very productive conversation. I thanked the Prime Minister for the condolences he expressed to the Ukrainian people.