Russian President Vladimir Putin has described the recent talks between Russia and the United States in Riyadh as \"positive,\" according to local media reports on Wednesday.
During a visit to a UAV production plant in St. Petersburg, Putin stated, \"I've been briefed on the talks. I appreciate them. There is a result.\" He emphasized the significance of the high-level meeting, highlighting that the negotiations have paved the way for resuming cooperation in various areas of mutual interest.
The discussions primarily focused on restoring relations between Moscow and Washington. Putin noted that strengthening trust between the two nations is crucial for resolving pressing issues, including the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.
He further mentioned that Russia and the United States are collaborating on key issues related to economic, space, and energy cooperation. Putin expressed his interest in meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump, though he mentioned that some preparation is necessary.
The United States and Russia agreed to work towards ending the conflict in Ukraine and improving bilateral ties during extensive high-level talks in Saudi Arabia on Tuesday. A statement from the U.S. Department of State read, \"Washington and Moscow will appoint respective high-level teams to begin working on a path to ending the conflict in Ukraine as soon as possible in a way that is enduring, sustainable and acceptable to all sides.\"
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Putin highlights 'positive' results of Russia-U.S. talks in Riyadh
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