The United States must take the first step in mending ties with Russia, Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov said Wednesday, accusing Washington of past failures to engage with Moscow and attempting to inflict a "strategic defeat" on Russia.
Ryabkov stated that Russia had long sought cooperation with the West but was repeatedly ignored. In a statement on the Russian Foreign Ministry website, he argued that past U.S. policies aimed at weakening Russia had failed, and now Washington must take the initiative to normalise relations.
Tensions between Russia and the U.S. have reached historic lows since the war in Ukraine began, but following Donald Trump’s return to the White House, the Kremlin has signalled a willingness to engage. Russian President Vladimir Putin has described Trump as "pragmatic" and expressed interest in an early meeting.
Ryabkov insisted that Russia remains "open to dialogue" but said negotiations must reflect "realities on the ground," referring to Russia's control over parts of Ukrainian territory. Putin has also questioned Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy’s legitimacy as a negotiating partner.
While Trump has pledged to end the Ukraine war quickly, no formal contacts have been established between Moscow and Washington. However, two Russian sources told Reuters that Saudi Arabia and the UAE are under consideration as possible venues for a future Putin-Trump summit later this year.
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier met in Ankara on Wednesday to discuss regional conflicts, Türkiye-EU relations, and economic cooperation. The talks covered Syria, Gaza, and the war in Ukraine, alongside trade and migration policies.
Western Australia has called a state election for March 8, marking a crucial test for Prime Minister Anthony Albanese’s Labor Party ahead of a close federal vote due by May. A strong opposition showing could increase pressure on the national government.
United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has warned U.S. President Donald Trump against any forced displacement of Palestinians in Gaza, following Trump’s proposal for the U.S. to take over the enclave and relocate its residents elsewhere.
U.S. President Donald Trump has proposed resettling Palestinians and placing Gaza under U.S. control, envisioning it as a luxury resort. The plan, announced in Washington alongside Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, has drawn sharp criticism from world leaders and human rights groups.
U.S. President Donald Trump signed an executive order on Wednesday barring transgender women from participating in female-designated sports. The order, under Trump's interpretation of Title IX, aims to ensure "fairness" in women’s athletics but has sparked criticism from civil rights groups.
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier met in Ankara on Wednesday to discuss regional conflicts, Türkiye-EU relations, and economic cooperation. The talks covered Syria, Gaza, and the war in Ukraine, alongside trade and migration policies.
Western Australia has called a state election for March 8, marking a crucial test for Prime Minister Anthony Albanese’s Labor Party ahead of a close federal vote due by May. A strong opposition showing could increase pressure on the national government.
The United States must take the first step in mending ties with Russia, Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov said Wednesday, accusing Washington of past failures to engage with Moscow and attempting to inflict a "strategic defeat" on Russia.
United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has warned U.S. President Donald Trump against any forced displacement of Palestinians in Gaza, following Trump’s proposal for the U.S. to take over the enclave and relocate its residents elsewhere.
U.S. President Donald Trump has proposed resettling Palestinians and placing Gaza under U.S. control, envisioning it as a luxury resort. The plan, announced in Washington alongside Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, has drawn sharp criticism from world leaders and human rights groups.
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The U.S. has officially entered a new trade war. President Donald Trump has slapped 25% tariffs on imports from Canada and Mexico and 10% on China, citing immigration and drug trafficking concerns. The move has immediate consequences for businesses and consumers—so what happens next?
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier met in Ankara on Wednesday to discuss regional conflicts, Türkiye-EU relations, and economic cooperation. The talks covered Syria, Gaza, and the war in Ukraine, alongside trade and migration policies.
Western Australia has called a state election for March 8, marking a crucial test for Prime Minister Anthony Albanese’s Labor Party ahead of a close federal vote due by May. A strong opposition showing could increase pressure on the national government.
United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has warned U.S. President Donald Trump against any forced displacement of Palestinians in Gaza, following Trump’s proposal for the U.S. to take over the enclave and relocate its residents elsewhere.
U.S. President Donald Trump has proposed resettling Palestinians and placing Gaza under U.S. control, envisioning it as a luxury resort. The plan, announced in Washington alongside Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, has drawn sharp criticism from world leaders and human rights groups.
U.S. President Donald Trump signed an executive order on Wednesday barring transgender women from participating in female-designated sports. The order, under Trump's interpretation of Title IX, aims to ensure "fairness" in women’s athletics but has sparked criticism from civil rights groups.
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier met in Ankara on Wednesday to discuss regional conflicts, Türkiye-EU relations, and economic cooperation. The talks covered Syria, Gaza, and the war in Ukraine, alongside trade and migration policies.
Western Australia has called a state election for March 8, marking a crucial test for Prime Minister Anthony Albanese’s Labor Party ahead of a close federal vote due by May. A strong opposition showing could increase pressure on the national government.
The United States must take the first step in mending ties with Russia, Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov said Wednesday, accusing Washington of past failures to engage with Moscow and attempting to inflict a "strategic defeat" on Russia.
United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has warned U.S. President Donald Trump against any forced displacement of Palestinians in Gaza, following Trump’s proposal for the U.S. to take over the enclave and relocate its residents elsewhere.
U.S. President Donald Trump has proposed resettling Palestinians and placing Gaza under U.S. control, envisioning it as a luxury resort. The plan, announced in Washington alongside Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, has drawn sharp criticism from world leaders and human rights groups.
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