Ukrainians Remain Skeptical as New Round of Peace Talks Begins

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Ukrainians Remain Skeptical as New Round of Peace Talks Begins

Ukrainians sheltering in an underground subway station expressed little hope in the ongoing peace talks that brought Russian, Ukrainian and U.S. officials to Geneva on Tuesday.

Reporter: “You’re going to have Ukraine talks tomorrow as well in Geneva with Witkoff and Jared Kushner. What are you expecting there?” “Well, they’re big talks. It’s going to be very easy. I mean it’s — look, so far, Ukraine better come to the table fast, that’s all I’m telling you.”

Ukrainians sheltering in an underground subway station expressed little hope in the ongoing peace talks that brought Russian, Ukrainian and U.S. officials to Geneva on Tuesday.

By Nader Ibrahim

February 17, 2026

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