Geneva, Switzerland – Negotiations involving Ukrainian officials and representatives from the United States are underway in Geneva, with a “great willingness” for future meetings that could include Russian participation, according to reports following the conclusion of discussions on Thursday, February 26, 2026.
The talks come as Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has expressed openness to a potential meeting with both Russian President Vladimir Putin and former U.S. President Donald Trump. Zelenskyy indicated a willingness to engage with Trump, seeking a path toward ending the ongoing conflict, as reported by NU.
Zelenskyy recently told the BBC that Putin has initiated World War III and must be stopped, according to the BBC. This statement underscores the escalating tensions and the urgency surrounding diplomatic efforts.
Meanwhile, Trump reportedly told Zelenskyy during a phone call that he wants to bring the war to a swift conclusion, as Axios reported. Further discussions between the two leaders are anticipated as pressure mounts for a tougher stance against Russia, according to Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty.
In a separate development, reports indicate that two South African nationals fighting for Russia have died, and a legal process has been initiated in Kenya regarding the illegal recruitment of foreign fighters, as reported by VRT. The development underscores growing regional concerns about the conflict’s broader implications.
The ongoing negotiations and diplomatic overtures signal a continued effort to de-escalate the situation and find a resolution to the conflict in Ukraine, a crisis that has captured international attention and prompted widespread concern.
