France to Send Official to 10 November Abu Dhabi Talks
Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot confirmed Paris will join the US, Ukraine, and Russia in discussions on the war, stating the continent must be heard.
By Nadia Rahman ·
France will participate in the trilateral talks scheduled for 10 and 11 November in Abu Dhabi, French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot announced on radio station RTL. The meeting will bring together representatives from the United States, Ukraine, and Russia to discuss further steps toward ending the war.
Barrot stated that France will be present at the negotiating table. He noted that Europe will be fittingly represented during these sessions. While the specific French official attending has not yet been named, Barrot affirmed the country's commitment to the process.
"France will arrive in Abu Dhabi to participate in these discussions," Barrot said. "I cannot yet say who will represent France at this meeting, but France will undoubtedly be there."
The announcement follows recent diplomatic moves by the United States. Special Envoy Steve Witkoff confirmed the dates and location of the trilateral meeting. On 5 November, President Donald Trump met privately with Kirill Dmitriev, an envoy for Kremlin leader Vladimir Putin. Trump described the outcome as a "big agreement" that would affect Ukraine, Russia, and the rest of Europe.
Barrot emphasized that European nations have made their positions clear to American mediators in recent weeks. He argued that discussions regarding the continent's future cannot ignore European expectations. "France will ensure that Europe's voice is heard, as Europe is the party most directly affected," he added.
Polish Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski previously cautioned allies against excluding Eastern European security interests from the peace process. The Abu Dhabi meeting represents a direct continuation of these negotiations, with participants focusing on the next phase of diplomatic engagement.
