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By the People, for the People
New Russia-Ukraine Talks Mediated by US Carry Low Expectations
Delegations from both countries head to Geneva for another round of negotiations.
Published on Feb. 16, 2026
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A Ukrainian delegation is heading to Geneva on Monday for another round of talks with Russian officials, mediated by the United States, ahead of the fourth anniversary of the start of the conflict between the two countries. However, there are low expectations surrounding the negotiations, with no major breakthroughs anticipated.
Why it matters
The ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine has had significant geopolitical and humanitarian consequences, with thousands killed and millions displaced. Despite previous attempts at negotiations, the two sides have struggled to reach a lasting peace agreement. The latest talks are seen as an effort to at least maintain open communication channels, even if major progress is unlikely.
The details
The negotiations in Geneva will involve delegations from both Russia and Ukraine, with the United States serving as a mediator. This marks the latest attempt to find a diplomatic solution to the conflict, which began in 2022 when Russia invaded Ukraine. Previous rounds of talks have yielded little progress, and there are low expectations that this latest round will result in any major breakthroughs.
- The talks are scheduled to take place on Monday, February 16, 2026.
- The negotiations come ahead of the fourth anniversary of the start of the Russia-Ukraine conflict in 2022.
The players
Russia
A country that invaded Ukraine in 2022, sparking an ongoing conflict between the two nations.
Ukraine
The country that was invaded by Russia in 2022, leading to a protracted conflict between the two nations.
United States
A country that is serving as a mediator in the latest round of negotiations between Russia and Ukraine.
What they’re saying
“We must continue to pursue diplomatic solutions, even if the path forward is difficult.”
— Spokesperson, U.S. State Department (myplainview.com)
The takeaway
Despite the low expectations, the latest round of Russia-Ukraine negotiations mediated by the US represents an ongoing effort to find a diplomatic solution to the conflict, which has had significant geopolitical and humanitarian consequences.
