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Kremlin Says Russia-U.S. Diplomatic Talks ‘Going Nowhere Fast’

Authorities in Moscow suggested that the U.S. was not doing its part in improving ties, saying the talks require “initiative from both sides.”

Where Do Russia and Ukraine Stand Ahead of Their Third Round of Peace Talks?

While the front line remains largely unchanged since the last round of talks, the broader diplomatic landscape surrounding the war has shifted.

Israel’s Ambassador to Russia Expected to Leave Post Early – RBC

Simona Halperin, who was appointed in May 2023, will reportedly return to Israel to lead the Israeli Foreign Ministry’s European Affairs Department.

opinion Artyom Shraibman

Is Belarus Coming In From the Cold Following a U.S. Visit?

Lukashenko is trying to squeeze as much out of potential peace talks for as long as he can. Washington appears prepared to play along.

Kremlin to Expand Soft Power Push With Cultural Outposts in Gulf States

The initiative would see the opening of a so-called “Russian House” in Abu Dhabi by 2026 or 2027.

Russia Orders Closure of Polish Consulate in Kaliningrad

Moscow said the closure was retaliation for what it called the “unjustified and hostile” shutdown of its consulate in the Polish city of Krakow.

From Plane Crash to Deadly Arrests: What’s Behind the Russia-Azerbaijan Standoff

The Moscow Times traces how relations between Russia and Azerbaijan devolved, and why they may get worse before they get better.

U.S. ‘Not Ready’ to Fully Restore Work of Embassies, Putin Adviser Says

“I can assume the American side, despite some progress, is not yet ready to say goodbye to the difficulties that have been created around the work of...

U.S. Pulled Out of Embassy Talks Over Venue Dispute, Putin Adviser Claims

Kremlin foreign policy adviser Yuri Ushakov said officials in Moscow are now waiting on the U.S. to propose an alternative location for the next talks...

Between Two Fires: Kremlin's Loss of Leverage Exposed By Israel-Iran Conflict

Powerless to influence the conflict, Russia nonetheless hopes it will be able to win Trump's favor.

Russian MFA Claims U.S. Canceled Next Round of Embassy Talks

Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov had told reporters last week that a third round of discussions would take place “very soon.”

U.S. Ambassador to Russia Lynne Tracy to Step Down, Embassy Says

Tracy, a career diplomat, began serving as Ambassador to Russia in January 2023 under the Biden administration.

New U.S.-Russian Talks Coming ‘Very Soon,’ Deputy FM Says

Moscow said it hopes another round of talks can offer “clearer answers” to its proposal to resume direct flights between Russia and the U.S.

What We’ve Learned From Russia and Ukraine’s Peace Roadmaps

The Moscow Times looks at where Russia and Ukraine now stand on key issues in the negotiations.

Russia and Ukraine Agree to New Prisoner Exchange After Second Round of Talks, But No Ceasefire In Sight

Ukrainian negotiators also gave the Russian delegation a list of children Kyiv says were forcibly moved to Russia and who it wants returned.

Russia Says It’s Ready to Present Peace Memorandum to Ukraine on June 2 in Istanbul

Russia’s delegation is ready to present the memorandum to the Ukrainian side and to provide necessary clarifications, Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov...

Kremlin Negotiator Invokes Peter the Great’s 21-Year War With Sweden in Ukraine Talks

Vladimir Medinsky drew historical parallels with the 18th-century conflict to state that Russia is ready to keep fighting Ukraine for as long as it takes...

Rustem Umerov: The 'Charismatic' Defense Minister Leading Kyiv's Delegation in Istanbul

The Ukrainian defense minister is hailed by his colleagues as a skilled and pragmatic negotiator but has been embroiled in scandal during his tenure.

Turkey to Hold Talks With Russian and Ukrainian Teams on Friday – FM Source

Russia and Ukraine had been expected to meet Thursday in Istanbul for their first direct peace talks in more than three years.

Behind the Diplomatic Curtain: Why Putin Refused to Meet Zelensky in Istanbul

Putin's disdain for the Ukrainian leader, coupled with Kyiv's unwillingness to capitulate, make a Putin-Zelensky meeting impossible, sources said.

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