Lavrov and Rubio discuss plans to resume Russia-Ukraine talks in Istanbul

Russia’s Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov had a phone conversation with U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio.

The situation related to the ongoing Ukraine crisis was discussed.

Rubio expressed sincere condolences over the deaths among civilians caused by railway infrastructure explosions in Bryansk and Kursk regions on June 1.

The Russian side noted that relevant authorities are conducting the strictest investigation, and the results will be announced soon. The guilty parties will definitely be identified and punished without fail.

Lavrov and Rubio also exchanged views on various initiatives related to the political resolution of the Ukrainian crisis, including plans to resume Russia-Ukraine negotiations in Istanbul on June 2.