In the early hours of Tuesday, Russia initiated a new wave of attacks on Ukraine, utilizing drones and missiles in a combined assault. This attack comes just hours before the scheduled resumption of tripartite negotiations aimed at resolving the ongoing conflict, with representatives from Kiev and Moscow meeting in Geneva, along with mediation from Washington. The negotiations are notably timed just a week prior to the four-year anniversary of Russia's large-scale invasion of Ukraine. The negotiations set for Tuesday and Wednesday are expected to address critical issues, including territorial concessions, which have previously stymied progress in discussions. Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov emphasized that the upcoming talks aim to cover a broader range of topics, indicating a shift in strategy as both sides prepare to reengage diplomatically. Despite the ongoing violence, there is a continued effort to find common ground between the conflicting parties. This latest offensive highlights the tenuous nature of peace talks and raises concerns about the prospects for a meaningful resolution to the conflict. With Russia increasing military pressure just before negotiations, it casts doubt on their potential success and underscores the complexities involved in achieving a diplomatic solution to a war that has persisted for years.