Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has indicated that upcoming peace talks to resolve ongoing conflicts with Russia might take place in Turkey or Switzerland, given that the airspace in the United Arab Emirates is currently closed due to risks from missile and drone attacks. The next round of discussions is scheduled for March 5-8, which Zelensky emphasized is crucial for Ukraine to pursue any resolution, especially considering the previous stance of Russia on these negotiations. Previously, reports from Bloomberg have suggested that Russia might withdraw from the peace talks if Ukraine does not agree to withdraw its troops from all of Donbas, which has raised concerns about the future of the negotiations. At the end of February, Zelensky firmly stated that Ukraine would not concede any territorial issues in exchange for a ceasefire, highlighting that Russian President Vladimir Putin does not intend to end the war. Zelensky also noted on Monday that if either side decides to withdraw from the negotiations, Ukraine and its allies are prepared to seek alternative formats to pressure Russia to conclude the ongoing conflict. The peace talks, which gained momentum following the inauguration of U.S. President Donald Trump in January 2025, remain a vital touchpoint in addressing the humanitarian crisis and geopolitical tensions spurred by the war.