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Global Tensions and Diplomatic Maneuvers: A Comprehensive Update

Russia-Ukraine Negotiations: A Hardball Approach

In recent developments, senior U.S. and Russian officials convened in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, for high-stakes talks aimed at reviving diplomatic relations and seeking a resolution to the ongoing war in Ukraine. While initial optimism emerged from statements that both sides listened and engaged constructively, Moscow’s stance quickly hardened. Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov emphasized that Russia's primary non-negotiable concerns revolve around Ukraine’s aspirations to join NATO.