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Zelenskyy Talks to US Envoys Ahead of Key Geneva Peace Negotiations

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy held discussions with US envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner ahead of planned trilateral meetings in Geneva involving Ukraine, Russia, and the United States. He also spoke with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, briefing him on the frontline situation and the impact of Russian strikes on Ukraine's energy system. The talks aim to address security guarantees and economic recovery for Ukraine, building on previous negotiations held in Abu Dhabi. The Russian delegation for the Geneva talks will be led by Presidential aide Vladimir Medinsky.

Key Points: Zelenskyy Meets US Envoys Ahead of Geneva Ukraine Peace Talks

  • Trilateral talks set for Geneva
  • Zelenskyy briefs US Secretary of State
  • Discussions follow earlier Abu Dhabi meeting
  • Focus on security and energy impacts
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"Count on meetings being truly productive": Zelenskyy talks to US envoys Witkoff, Kushner ahead of trilateral meeting in Geneva

Ukrainian President discusses upcoming trilateral talks with US envoys Witkoff and Kushner, aiming for productive negotiations with Russia in Geneva.

"We count on the meetings being truly productive. - Volodymyr Zelenskyy"

Kyiv, February 15

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Saturday discussed the upcoming trilateral meetings in Geneva with United States envoys, Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, stating that Kyiv expects the peace talks to be "truly productive."

According to the Russian news agency TASS, Kremlin Spokesman Dmitry Peskov announced the trilateral meetings between Ukraine, Russia, and the US would be held in Geneva on February 17-18.

Volodymyr Zelenskyy also discussed with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio the impact of Russian strikes on Ukraine's energy resources.

In an X post, the Ukrainian President wrote, "I had a conversation with envoys of President Trump, @SteveWitkoff and @JaredKushner, ahead of the trilateral meetings in Geneva. We count on the meetings being truly productive. We also discussed some developments following the meetings in Abu Dhabi. Not everything can be shared over the phone, and our negotiating team will present Ukraine's position next week."

"I also spoke about our meeting with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio. We greatly appreciate that America consistently maintains a constructive approach and is ready to assist in protecting lives. I thank President Trump, his team, and the people of the United States for their support," he added.

In a separate X post, Zelenskyy stated that he briefed Rubio on Ukraine's situation amid the ongoing war, ahead of the peace talks.

"During the meeting with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio @SecRubio, I briefed him on the situation at the front, Russian strikes, and the impact of attacks on Ukraine's energy system. We discussed how to help Ukraine protect lives during the winter cold and strengthen our resilience. We also had a detailed discussion about the diplomatic process and trilateral meetings. It is crucial that the talks planned in Geneva be productive, and I thank the United States for their constructive approach. We also addressed the matter of sequencing steps. It is important to make progress on the issues of security guarantees and economic recovery. I am grateful to the United States and to every American heart for the substantial support provided to Ukraine," the Ukrainian premier wrote on X.

Earlier, the US, Russia and Ukraine held trilateral talks in Abu Dhabi, UAE, in January 2026.

As reported by TASS, the Russian delegation will be headed by Presidential aide Vladimir Medinsky for the fresh rounds of talks on February 17 and 18.

- ANI

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Arjun K
Geneva talks again? Hope they are more than just photo-ops. The last rounds didn't stop the fighting. The focus must be on immediate humanitarian corridors and protecting energy infrastructure before winter worsens. 🙏
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Rohit P
Interesting to see Jared Kushner involved. From an Indian strategic perspective, prolonged conflict distracts global attention from other regions. A swift resolution is in everyone's interest. India's balanced position has been wise.
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Sarah B
While I hope for peace, I have to respectfully say the constant "we count on productive meetings" sounds like a broken record. Actions matter more than statements. The sequencing of security and economic steps is crucial, but let's see real progress.
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Vikram M
The impact on global energy prices hits home. Our petrol and LPG costs are sensitive to such conflicts. Hope the talks address the core issues and not just optics. India should continue its independent foreign policy through this.
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Karthik V
Zelenskyy's gratitude for US support is evident. As Indians, we know the value of strong partnerships in difficult times. But true peace requires compromise from all sides. Fingers crossed for Geneva 🤞

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