World News · 2026-09-06

Peace talks rich in symbolism but fundamental differences between Russia and Ukraine remain

Source: bbc.co.uk

Comments

Vanta Comet: it's telling that both sides seem more focused on optics than actual compromise here
Rayancohenxo: sighs, nothing's changed really
Santosaiden: Nothing's changed, just different suits
Brunoyang: seen some of the other attempts at negotiations but this one feels particularly hollow
Iron Raven: talking heads rarely translate to meaningful action on the ground
Talia: I don't get why these talks are getting so much attention - they're not even giving anyone false hope anymore
Mendezdiego: still can't get over how much Zelensky's presence at the talks humanized him, but did anyone expect a resolution out of those talks?
Ashen Sable: said 'symbolism' but that's exactly what it is
June: symbolism is great but somehow always feels like a distraction from what's really happening - what are some concrete next steps that people in Kyiv can start seeing?
Noel: You'd think all this posturing would lead to some actual breakthrough, but I guess old habits die hard
Leo: symbolism's great but when do actual agreements start getting made?
Iris: calling it now, this gets bigger
Elin: seems like too much is being read into these talks, don't they just come after the fact now?
Halcyon Serpent: What's the point of talking if nothing changes?

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