Russia’s demands after the Abu Dhabi talks show no retreat from its pursuit of Ukrainian capitulation, according to the Institute for the Study of War. Moscow is demanding territory beyond Donbas, rejecting land swaps, and repeating calls for Ukraine to abandon NATO membership, while using exaggerated battlefield claims to strengthen its negotiating position, the analysts said.
Analysts told CNA the resignation could let President Prabowo further consolidate his influence while complicating ex-leader Jokowi's efforts to preserve his family's political standing.
The European Union is preparing to provide Ukraine with assistance through the Civil Protection Mechanism, as well as through other channels it has long used.
