Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has expressed concern over the insufficient outcomes of recent peace negotiations held in Geneva, calling for additional meetings to take place, preferably in February, with the participation of European nations. The talks, which were divided into military and political blocks, included both trilateral discussions and those between representatives of Ukraine and Russia. While discussions among military personnel seemed to progress more smoothly and yielded serious and substantive discussions on certain issues, sensitive political matters, potential compromises, and the necessity of leader-level meetings remain insufficiently addressed.

The White House has indicated that significant progress was made during the negotiations, a statement echoed by U.S. officials regularly. However, evidence of such progress is challenging to substantiate, raising questions about the realities behind diplomatic claims. The complexity surrounding the political topics highlighted the challenges in finding common ground, suggesting that despite the military conversations, the political dialogue requires further exploration and resolution to be effective.

The backdrop to these negotiations includes the activation of peace talks regarding Ukraine, which gained momentum following the inauguration of U.S. President Donald Trump in January 2025. Trump has frequently spoken about and even met with Russian President Vladimir Putin, indicating a shift in diplomatic approaches toward resolving the ongoing tensions between Ukraine and Russia. The situation remains fluid and calls for continued engagement and dialogue to foster meaningful resolution in the region.