Highlights from Ushakov’s statements following Russian-American talks in Riyadh
The negotiations between the Russian and U.S. delegations went well, with serious discussions on all issues, and we agreed to take each other’s interests into account.
Discussions regarding Ukraine will begin in a timely manner by separate teams of negotiators from Russia and the U.S.
Vladimir Putin will decide who from Russia will participate in the talks with the U.S. regarding Ukraine once Washington announces its delegation.
A meeting between the two leaders is unlikely to take place next week; it is difficult to speak about specific timelines.
It is still hard to say that the stances of Russia and the U.S. are converging, but there have been discussions on this matter as well.
The countries have agreed to develop bilateral relations, and both Moscow and Washington are interested in this.