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Russian Drone Attack Kills One in Odesa Before US-Mediated Talks in Geneva
The strike comes ahead of new negotiations next week to try to end the conflict in Ukraine.
Published on Feb. 14, 2026
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A Russian drone attack on the Ukrainian city of Odesa killed one person, authorities said on Saturday, ahead of new talks next week aimed at trying to end the conflict in Ukraine. The strike comes as representatives from Russia and Ukraine are set to meet in Geneva for discussions mediated by the United States.
Why it matters
The attack on Odesa, a key Black Sea port city, underscores the ongoing violence and instability in Ukraine despite diplomatic efforts to find a resolution to the war. The upcoming talks in Geneva represent another attempt to broker a ceasefire or peace agreement between the warring parties.
The details
According to officials, the Russian drone strike on Odesa resulted in the death of one individual. The attack occurred just days before representatives from Russia and Ukraine are scheduled to meet in Geneva for negotiations mediated by the United States, in an effort to try to end the conflict that began with Russia's invasion of Ukraine in 2022.
- The drone attack on Odesa happened on Saturday, February 14, 2026.
- Representatives from Russia and Ukraine are set to meet in Geneva next week for US-mediated talks.
The players
Russia
The country that launched the drone attack on Odesa and is engaged in an ongoing war with Ukraine.
Ukraine
The country that was the target of the Russian drone strike and will be represented in the upcoming Geneva talks.
United States
The country mediating the negotiations between Russia and Ukraine in Geneva next week in an effort to help end the conflict.
What’s next
Representatives from Russia and Ukraine are scheduled to meet in Geneva next week for US-mediated talks aimed at trying to find a resolution to the ongoing conflict.
The takeaway
The drone attack on Odesa underscores the continued violence and instability in Ukraine, even as diplomatic efforts continue in an attempt to broker a ceasefire or peace agreement between the warring parties.
