A UAE government spokesperson said Saturday that the second day of talks between Russia and Ukraine in Abu Dhabi ​focused on the "outstanding elements" of the U.S.-proposed peace ⁠framework.

The spokesperson said the talks included "direct ⁠engagement" between ​officials from both countries and were held in a "constructive ⁠and ​positive atmosphere."

The Russian Foreign Ministry, commenting on the prospects of additional ⁠talks with Ukrainian delegations in Istanbul, said ​that Moscow remains open to a continuation of dialogue, ⁠the RIA state news agency reported.