The recent discussions held in Geneva have not led to any major breakthroughs that would alter the course of the ongoing conflict. A key announcement from the meeting was that the parties reached an agreement on the procedures for a ceasefire mechanism. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky emphasized in a post-meeting conversation with journalists that the compliance with the ceasefire procedures will be monitored by the United States, which he sees as a constructive signal in the negotiations. Zelensky and the head of the Ukrainian delegation, Rustem Umerov, both indicated that the talks yielded some meaningful progress, particularly on military issues. Zelensky mentioned that there was a greater sense of advancement on military-related matters from both negotiating groups in Geneva. He noted that all three parties were constructive in their military discussions, emphasizing that military personnel understand how to monitor a ceasefire and the cessation of hostilities, provided there is political will. Generally, they reached nearly unanimous agreements on numerous military provisions. Overall, while the fundamental questions surrounding the ownership of Donbas remain unresolved, the agreement to solidify the ceasefire mechanism represents a significant step forward in the volatile situation. It reveals an openness to dialogue and possibly paves the way for future negotiations aimed at resolving the broader conflict. However, it remains to be seen whether this constructive spirit can lead to a lasting peace in the region.