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Ukraine Heads to Peace Talks Amid Urgent U.S. Support

2/17/2026

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The Ukrainian delegation departed for peace talks in Geneva with Russia on February 17-18.
Kyrylo Budanov, head of Ukraine's presidential office, said Ukraine must protect its interests during the negotiations.
The talks will include U.S. representatives, including Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, under U.S. President Donald Trump.
U.S. President Donald Trump urged Volodymyr Zelensky, Ukraine's president, to act swiftly in the negotiations to seize the opportunity for peace.

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The Ukrainian delegation departed for peace talks in Geneva with Russia on February 17-18.
Kyrylo Budanov, head of Ukraine's presidential office, said Ukraine must protect its interests during the negotiations.
The talks will include U.S. representatives, including Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, under U.S. President Donald Trump.
U.S. President Donald Trump urged Volodymyr Zelensky, Ukraine's president, to act swiftly in the negotiations to seize the opportunity for peace.