U.S. and Iran Resume Nuclear Talks in Switzerland Amid Tensions; Russia-Ukraine Negotiations Also Begin – 2/17/2026, 8:28:32 PM

Based on the latest news coverage, here are the major stories:

International Relations & Diplomacy

Nuclear talks between the U.S. and Iran are resuming in Switzerland, with President Trump indicating he will be involved indirectly after threatening military action.[3] Separately, the U.S. is initiating talks between Russia and Ukraine.[3]

Notable Deaths

Reverend Jesse Jackson has died at age 84.[2] Actor Robert Duvall, an Oscar winner, has also passed away at 95.[1]

Ongoing Investigations

Investigators are examining tens of thousands of tips in the Nancy Guthrie disappearance case, with the FBI analyzing glove DNA as the family renews their plea for her return.[1][2]

Geopolitical Concerns

The Kremlin has been accused of killing Navalny using dart frog toxin, with the U.K. and allies expressing conviction in this assessment.[1]

Winter Olympics 2026

Canada has secured Olympic medals, with Oldham winning gold and Sarault claiming silver in moguls competition.[1] The U.S. women’s hockey team has advanced to the finals, and figure skater Ilia Malinin has broken his silence.[4] Norway leads the overall medal count, followed by Italy, with the U.S. in third place with 19 medals.[3]

Domestic U.S. News

A partial government shutdown continues with no end in sight, leaving TSA workers without pay as lawmakers remain on recess.[4] Various incidents include a woman fleeing a U-Haul to escape a kidnapping suspect in Pennsylvania, and a home explosion in Virginia triggering evacuations.[4]