Ukraine has reportedly agreed to a peace deal with the United States aimed at ending the ongoing conflict with Russia, according to a U.S. official. The official stated that only minor details remain to be finalized. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is expected to travel to Washington, D.C., to complete the agreement at the earliest opportunity this month, as announced by Ukrainian National Security Adviser Rustem Umerov.

Umerov expressed optimism about the negotiations, stating, "Our delegations reached a common understanding on the core terms of the agreement discussed in Geneva." This development comes as U.S. Army Secretary Dan Driscoll is engaged in discussions with Russian officials in Abu Dhabi, where he is working closely with the White House and other U.S. agencies.

Jeff Tolbert, a spokesperson for Driscoll, noted that the talks are progressing positively. "The talks are going well, and we remain optimistic," he said. The U.S. delegation has been in negotiations since Monday night, focusing on achieving a lasting peace based on a 28-point plan proposed during the Trump administration. This plan includes provisions for Ukraine to relinquish certain territories, limit its military size, and refrain from joining NATO, in exchange for security guarantees and financial support for reconstruction.

Under the proposed agreement, Russia would avoid significant concessions and receive amnesty for its military personnel involved in the conflict. However, it remains unclear if any of these terms have been altered since the discussions began. President Trump has previously set a Thanksgiving deadline for reaching a deal.

In a separate briefing, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov acknowledged the U.S. initiative in resolving the conflict but emphasized that Russia would not disclose information until formal agreements are reached. He stated, "Russia expects the U.S. to inform it of the results of consultations with Ukraine and Europe in the near future."

As negotiations continue, a U.S. military official in Abu Dhabi reported that Driscoll has been actively engaging with Russian representatives throughout the day. "We remain very optimistic," the official said, adding that feedback from the Russian side is anticipated soon.

Umerov confirmed that the Ukrainian delegation is also in Abu Dhabi and has been in contact with Driscoll's team. He reiterated the importance of support from European partners in the ongoing negotiations. The discussions in Abu Dhabi follow a series of meetings in Geneva, where U.S. and Ukrainian officials, along with European allies, worked on refining the peace framework.

Despite the progress, some provisions of the proposed plan have faced resistance from Ukraine, including demands for territorial concessions and limitations on NATO membership. Ukrainian Ambassador to the U.S., Olga Stefanishyna, indicated that the U.S. intends to offer security assurances similar to NATO's Article 5, which commits member states to mutual defense.

The situation remains fluid, with ongoing discussions and updates expected as both sides work toward a resolution to the nearly four-year conflict. The urgency of the negotiations reflects the complex dynamics of the war and the geopolitical implications for the region.