Talks between Russian and Ukrainian representatives mediated by the US began in Abu Dhabi on Tuesday. As a first step the two countries agreed on a new prisoner exchange. US President Trump had held out the prospect of a "very major" agreement that could affect "the whole of Europe". Although a European delegation is present, it is not sitting at the table – prompting a lively discussion among commentators.
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