The first three-way peace talks between Russia, Ukraine, and the US have ended in Abu Dhabi with no apparent breakthrough, as fighting rages.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky raised the possibility of a second meeting as early as next week, while an American official said a new round would begin on 1 February.
The two-day talks ended after waves of Russian air strikes targeted Ukraine's badly damaged energy infrastructure, killing one person and injuring 35 others, according to Ukrainian officials.
Russia accused Ukraine of attacking an ambulance in Ukrainian territory under its control, resulting in the deaths of three medics. It also reported a Ukrainian missile attack on energy infrastructure in Belgorod.
The BBC could not independently verify the reports.
The Abu Dhabi talks were the first trilateral meeting since the Kremlin launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022.
The central focus of the discussions was the possible parameters for ending the war, Zelensky posted on X.
I highly value the understanding of the need for American monitoring and oversight of the process of ending the war and ensuring genuine security.
All parties agreed to report back to their capitals and coordinate further steps with their leaders.
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha condemned the overnight assaults as brutal attacks that hit not only our people, but also the negotiation table. He called for justice for such acts.
Meanwhile, reports emerged that Moscow remained open to continuing dialogue with Ukraine and the US.
As winter harshness sets in, critical infrastructure continues to suffer under constant attack. Amidst significant casualties and international tensions, the road to peace appears more contentious than ever.
