In a significant step towards mending bilateral relations, Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov and U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio have agreed to maintain regular contact. During a phone conversation on Saturday, both officials underscored the importance of preparing for a potential summit between President Vladimir Putin and President Donald Trump.
The Russian Foreign Ministry announced that the discussions focused on eliminating unilateral obstacles inherited from the previous U.S. administration that have hindered mutually beneficial cooperation in trade, economy, and investment. This commitment aims to pave the way for enhanced collaboration between the two nations.
Both sides also pledged to convene an expert-level meeting in the near future. This meeting will outline specific measures to resolve operational challenges faced by their diplomatic missions in each other's countries, ensuring smoother and more effective diplomatic interactions.
Beyond bilateral issues, Lavrov and Rubio expressed a willingness to collaborate on pressing international matters. These include the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, the situation in Palestine, and broader stability concerns in the Middle East and other regions. Their joint efforts signify a renewed dedication to addressing global challenges through respectful and constructive dialogue.
\"Both sides affirmed their commitment to act in accordance with the framework established by their presidents, pledging joint efforts to revive a mutually respectful dialogue between the two nations,\" the statement from the Russian Foreign Ministry read. This development marks a hopeful turn in US-Russia relations, with both parties seeking to build a foundation for future cooperation and understanding.
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