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Rubio in talks with Lavrov about "the next step"

The US Secretary of State Macro Rubio has spoken with his Russian counterpart Sergej Lavrov. The two discussed "the next step to follow up on the recent meetings in Saudi Arabia and agreed to continue working to restore communication between the US and Russia", the American Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced on Saturday local time.
Rubio in talks with Lavrov about "the next step"

Putin: Will end the war "peacefully"

Russia's President Vladimir Putin opens up for a ceasefire – with many side demands. USA's President Trump responds that the overtures are "promising but not complete".
Putin: Will end the war "peacefully"

Zelensky: Won't give up occupied territory

Ukraine has said yes – now it's up to Russia, says Donald Trump. A ceasefire in Ukraine seems increasingly close.
Zelensky: Won't give up occupied territory

Russia: France is threatening us with nuclear weapons

Russia's Foreign Minister accuses France of threatening Russia - and of wanting to ensure that the war in Ukraine continues. .
Russia: France is threatening us with nuclear weapons

Turkey opens up to sending soldiers to Ukraine

Turkey may send military forces to Ukraine - "if necessary", says a source within the country's defense department. .
Turkey opens up to sending soldiers to Ukraine

Putin Steps In: Russia to Aid U.S. in Iran Nuclear Talks

Russia's President Vladimir Putin has agreed to help the USA negotiate with Iran about the country's nuclear energy program, according to sources for Bloomberg. .
Putin Steps In: Russia to Aid U.S. in Iran Nuclear Talks

USA to meet with Russia: "Constructive"

USA and Russia have had "constructive discussions" about their diplomatic relations during a meeting in Turkey, announces the US Department of State. .
USA to meet with Russia: "Constructive"

Lavrov: No Peacekeeping Forces in Ukraine

Russia is not considering European peacekeeping forces in Ukraine, reports state-run Russian media. They also oppose freezing the frontline where it is now.
Lavrov: No Peacekeeping Forces in Ukraine

"Seriously Alarming" Enrichment of Uranium in Iran

Iran has significantly increased its stockpile of highly enriched uranium in recent months, according to a report from the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA). .
"Seriously Alarming" Enrichment of Uranium in Iran

Lavrov: Russia and the USA meet in Turkey

Diplomats from Russia and the USA will meet in Turkish Istanbul on Thursday to discuss "system errors" regarding the operation of the two countries' embassies, according to Russia's Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov. > Such a meeting will take place tomorrow in Istanbul.
Lavrov: Russia and the USA meet in Turkey

Lavrov: No Immediate Ceasefire

Russia will stop fighting in Ukraine when negotiations have led to results that "suit" Moscow, according to Russia's Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov. .
Lavrov: No Immediate Ceasefire

Russian task: New meeting with the USA soon

A new meeting between the USA and Russia will take place shortly, according to Russia's Deputy Foreign Minister Sergey Ryabkov. .
Russian task: New meeting with the USA soon

Hungary threatens to block EU's new sanctions

Hungary's foreign minister wants to stop the EU's planned new sanctions against the Russians – including President Vladimir Putin and Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov – in order not to "complicate" the negotiations between Moscow and Washington. The Hungarian government under Prime Minister Viktor Orbán has previously called for negotiations on Ukraine's future and refused to back or delay military support packages to Kyiv.
Hungary threatens to block EU's new sanctions

Russia opens new embassies in Africa

Russia is to open seven embassies in Africa in the coming years, reports the Russian state news agency Tass. .
Russia opens new embassies in Africa

In the midst of the crisis – new EU sanctions against Putin

The EU is defying the USA's new soft stance towards Russia – at least when it comes to sanctions. A 16th sanctions package is said to be ready, just in time for the three-year anniversary of the renewed attack on Ukraine.
In the midst of the crisis – new EU sanctions against Putin

Trump blames Ukraine for the outbreak of war

Donald Trump expresses that Ukraine bears the guilt for Russia's invasion of the country. You should never have started this, says the US President, after his government has met Russia halfway at the negotiating table.
Trump blames Ukraine for the outbreak of war

Russia: No NATO Soldiers in Ukraine

No NATO country can send soldiers to Ukraine as part of a peace settlement in the country, says Russia's Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov since the question of peacekeeping forces has been raised among European leaders. .
Russia: No NATO Soldiers in Ukraine

Putin may open up for talks with Zelenskyj

Ukraine has every right to join the EU – but not in military alliances, the Kremlin emphasizes as the first talks with the USA begin. With several caveats, President Vladimir Putin is also said to be willing to negotiate with Ukraine's counterpart, "if necessary".
Putin may open up for talks with Zelenskyj

USA and Russia Resume the War "in Due Time"

USA and Russia have held a first meeting on the way to some form of agreement on the Russian invasion war in Ukraine – without Ukraine. They say they have taken "important steps" towards continued talks and re-established diplomatic ties that were severed.
USA and Russia Resume the War "in Due Time"

Zelensky: USA wants to appease Putin

Europe's capacity to defend itself is weak and the USA is trying to appease Russia's President Vladimir Putin, according to Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyj. .
Zelensky: USA wants to appease Putin

Russia sends Lavrov: "Europe will beg"

Russia is sending Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov to negotiations with the USA. There, they will plan for a top-level meeting between Trump and Putin.
Russia sends Lavrov: "Europe will beg"

Europe Excluded from Ukraine Talks – Swedish Criticism

Europe will not be sitting at the negotiating table in the planned peace talks between the USA, Russia, and Ukraine, according to the USA's special Ukraine envoy. Sweden's government expresses concern and criticizes the message.
Europe Excluded from Ukraine Talks – Swedish Criticism

Taliban may avoid terrorist label in Russia

Russia's parliament, the Duma, has approved a bill that could lead to the Taliban regime in Afghanistan being removed from Russia's list of terrorist organizations. The law includes legal mechanisms that enable groups to be removed from the Russian terrorist label.
Taliban may avoid terrorist label in Russia

Regional Actors Meet to Discuss Syria's Future

Syria's future is being discussed at a regional top meeting in Doha, where leading regional actors are participating. .
Regional Actors Meet to Discuss Syria's Future
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