Here’s what’s happening right now with Russia, Ukraine, and the U.S. as they gear up for another round of talks in Geneva. This isn’t just another meeting—they’re getting serious about the big questions, especially territory, and everyone’s watching to see what comes out of it.
Delegations from Russia, Ukraine, and the U.S. will meet on February 17–18, 2026. They’ve already tried to lay some groundwork in Abu Dhabi, but this time, the agenda’s wider. Instead of just talking about a ceasefire or security deals, they’re tackling the tough stuff: who controls which parts of Ukraine. Donbas and other disputed regions—currently held by Russia—are front and center.
Russia’s not being shy about what it wants. The Kremlin keeps repeating that territorial demands are the main thing on the table. Moscow’s aiming high—they’re pushing hard for control over all of Donbas, possibly more.
Russia is sending Vladimir Medinsky, a close Putin ally, for this round. He skipped the last one, so his presence signals they mean business. Alongside him, you’ve got big names like military intelligence chief Igor Kostyukov and economic envoy Kirill Dmitriev, both working behind the scenes in smaller groups.
On the other side, Ukraine’s delegation is stacked with top security and presidential officials. They aren’t budging on sovereignty or territory—they’ve drawn their lines. The U.S. is still trying to broker a deal, but you can feel the pressure building on Kyiv to work something out diplomatically.