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U.S.-Mediated Talks Yield Progress Amid Ukraine Disagreements

2/18/2026

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Vladimir Medinsky, head of the Russian delegation, described U.S.-mediated peace talks in Geneva as "difficult but business-like."
The two-day discussions focused on territorial demands, which Ukraine has rejected.
Medinsky said the talks were constructive despite challenges and that another round is expected soon.
Significant disagreements remain, particularly over Ukraine's control of the eastern Donbas region.

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Vladimir Medinsky, head of the Russian delegation, described U.S.-mediated peace talks in Geneva as "difficult but business-like."
The two-day discussions focused on territorial demands, which Ukraine has rejected.
Medinsky said the talks were constructive despite challenges and that another round is expected soon.
Significant disagreements remain, particularly over Ukraine's control of the eastern Donbas region.