politics
February 17, 2026
IN BRIEF: What is known about preparations for upcoming talks in Geneva
The Russian delegation for the upcoming negotiations in Geneva will be expanded
TL;DR
- Geneva negotiations will cover a broader range of topics than previous rounds in Abu Dhabi, including territorial issues.
- The Russian delegation for the Geneva talks will be expanded, including Deputy Foreign Minister Mikhail Galuzin and General Igor Kostyukov.
- President Putin has provided detailed instructions to the Russian delegation before their departure.
- Visas for the entire Russian delegation have been approved, with US assistance reportedly facilitating the process.
- RDIF CEO Kirill Dmitriev will participate in a separate economic cooperation track.
- Previous trilateral talks in Abu Dhabi focused on security, prisoner exchanges, and ceasefire mechanisms.
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