New US-Mediated Talks Planned as Ukraine Strikes Continue

Ukraine and Russia are set for a new round of US-mediated talks, according to reports on September 15, 2026. Russia's foreign ministry said Switzerland is not being considered as a venue for the new round. Türkiye voiced concern over the war's spillover and its impact on the Black Sea region, vowing to work for peace. Meanwhile, a US-backed 'energy ceasefire' between Ukraine and Russia is in doubt as strikes continue.