Sergey Lavrov signals Moscow's willingness to engage in talks with Donald Trump on resolving the Ukraine conflict.
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Russia Open to Discussing Ukraine Conflict with Trump – Lavrov |
Russia, represented by Foreign Minister Lavrov, has expressed willingness to hold talks with the incoming Trump administration regarding the Ukraine conflict. But Moscow is demanding formal talks to resolve the issues underlying the conflict and to be consistent with the principles laid down by President Putin, including Ukrainian neutrality and military withdrawal. Lavrov dismissed the idea of a mere ceasefire as insufficient and potentially beneficial for Ukraine. Russia’s position emphasizes the need for legally binding treaties that guarantee security, as well as those of neighboring countries. According to Lavrov, these rules are not just prerequisites but necessary requirements.