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Geneva hosts two vital diplomatic meetings today

Tuesday, 17 February 2026 06:30

For at least 48 hours, Geneva becomes the world’s diplomatic epicentre, hosting two sets of high-stakes talks at the same time.

Today, negotiations on Iran’s nuclear programme begin under Omani mediation. 

The US delegation includes Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff, both close to President Donald Trump. 

Iran is represented by Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi. 

The indirect discussions aim to ease tensions over Tehran’s nuclear activities and reduce the risk of military escalation.

At the same time, trilateral talks between Moscow, Kyiv and Washington resume, as Russia and Ukraine seek progress on a conflict now in its fourth year.

Police in Geneva will be on heightened alert to protect delegations and limit disruption across the city.

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