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Medinsky: Geneva Peace Talks Were Difficult but Professional

Published February 18, 2026, 12:11
Medinsky: Geneva Peace Talks Were Difficult but Professional

Vladimir Medinsky, head of the Russian delegation in the peace talks in Geneva, described the negotiations as difficult but professional, announcing that a new meeting will take place soon. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky accused Russia of seeking to delay the process, while emphasizing the need for European participation in the talks to achieve realistic agreements. Ukrainian and American negotiators also met with representatives from France, Britain, Germany, Italy and Switzerland.