International Relations
Delegations from Ukraine and Russia held an additional meeting in Geneva after talks involving the United States
After the official round of consultations on ending the war had concluded, representatives from Kyiv and Moscow held another closed-door meeting, which lasted about an hour and a half.
Vance stated the US red lines regarding Iran and allowed for a forceful scenario
The United States will not allow Iran to obtain nuclear weapons, as this could trigger an uncontrolled arms race in the Middle East. Washington has called this its key interest and has not ruled out the use of force if negotiations fail.
Sweden has named Russia as the main threat to security and warned of the risk of escalation
Swedish military intelligence has stated that Russia is the main military threat to Sweden and NATO, and that its increasingly risky actions in the region could lead to a dangerous escalation.
Talks in Geneva ended without a breakthrough: progress has been made on military issues, but political questions remain unresolved
The second day of negotiations between Ukraine and Russia in Geneva lasted about two hours and ended without agreement on key political issues. At the same time, the parties claim progress in the military sphere, particularly regarding the mechanism for monitoring a possible ceasefire.
The US and Iran have announced progress in nuclear talks in Geneva
Another round of negotiations between the United States and Iran on the nuclear programme took place in Geneva, following which the parties announced progress and an agreement to work on the text of a potential agreement. At the same time, both sides recognise that many complex technical issues still lie ahead.
Zelensky: Ukrainians will not allow Donbas to be handed over to Russia unilaterally
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that Ukrainian society would not support a peace agreement that would involve the unilateral withdrawal of the Armed Forces of Ukraine from the controlled part of Donbas and its transfer to Russia. According to him, any decision regarding the territories must be put to a referendum.
Negotiations on Ukraine in Geneva: a chance for a breakthrough or new obstacles?
On the eve of the resumption of peace talks in Geneva, the situation surrounding Ukraine remains complex and controversial. Despite cautious optimism at the beginning of the year, recent events in Kyiv and Moscow have revealed new risks, and key issues of security and territory remain unresolved.
Iran says progress has been made in talks with the US in Geneva, but an agreement is not close
Iran and the United States agreed on the main guiding principles for further work on the nuclear deal during talks in Geneva, but the final document is still a long way off, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said.
The third round of negotiations between Ukraine, the United States and Russia has begun in Geneva: security, humanitarian issues and territories are being discussed.
On 17 February, the third round of trilateral talks between Ukraine, the United States and Russia began in Geneva. The meetings are being held behind closed doors, and the parties are preparing to continue their work on 18 February.
The second round of negotiations between the US and Iran on the nuclear programme has begun in Geneva.
On 17 February, the second round of indirect talks between the US and Iran began in Geneva, mediated by Oman. The parties are discussing restrictions on Tehran's nuclear programme and the possible lifting of US sanctions amid growing military tensions in the Middle East.
Germany has provided Ukraine with €94 billion in support since the start of the full-scale war.
The German government has stated that it considers a strong, democratic and sovereign Ukraine to be key to the security of Germany itself, and therefore continues to consistently support Kyiv. According to Berlin's estimates, since 24 February 2022, Germany has provided or secured approximately €39 billion in bilateral civilian aid and approximately €55 billion in military support to Ukraine.
Rubio supported Orbán in Budapest ahead of the elections and announced deeper energy cooperation
During his visit to Budapest, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said that President Donald Trump is counting on Viktor Orbán's victory in the parliamentary elections on 12 April. The parties also agreed to expand their energy partnership, including the supply of American LNG and cooperation in civil nuclear energy.
