Ongoing US-mediated peace talks in Abu Dhabi have centered on Ukraine’s long-term security arrangements as a potential path to ending hostilities with Russia. Moscow continues to demand formal Ukrainian neutrality and restrictions on military alliances, while Washington has asked Russia to accept Article 5-like collective defense commitments for Kyiv without NATO membership. European partners have joined coordination on post-war continental security architecture, and a recent Dublin Declaration by 40 countries reaffirmed every state’s right to choose alliances. Ukrainian officials, including President Zelensky, have signaled openness to enforceable guarantees as a compromise but have rejected concessions on sovereignty or territory without clear mechanisms. Further negotiations on these issues and territorial questions remain scheduled, with any resolution likely to determine whether Ukraine formally commits to staying outside NATO.