U.S. and Russia Pursue Closer Ties
Briefly

President Trump dispatched a high-level delegation to Saudi Arabia to engage with Russian officials in an attempt to negotiate an end to the Ukraine war. After extensive discussions, a three-step plan was proposed, focusing on easing embassy restrictions, establishing a peace settlement for Ukraine, and exploring partnerships in various sectors. This represents a significant change from previous U.S. strategies under the Biden administration, which prioritized punitive measures against Russia. Ukrainian President Zelensky condemned the meeting, asserting that any peace negotiations must include Ukraine and cannot happen without its involvement.
Secretary of State Marco Rubio described a three-step plan that both countries had agreed to. First, they would discuss ways to ease embassy restrictions.
The plans reflected a significant shift in U.S. strategy. For years, Joe Biden and other Western leaders focused on punishing Russia for starting Europe's most destructive war.
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