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Russia and the United States prepare for key talks in Riyadh

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22.03.2025

As tensions continue to escalate over the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, a new round of high-stakes negotiations between Russia and the United States is set to take place in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, on March 24. The discussions, which have captured international attention, are expected to address critical issues related to the Ukraine crisis, with a particular focus on maritime security in the Black Sea. With both sides gearing up for what could prove to be a pivotal moment in the conflict, the meeting’s outcome may have far-reaching implications for global diplomacy, security, and the future of the war in Ukraine.

On March 20, Russian President Vladimir Putin’s foreign policy aide, Yury Ushakov, revealed that Moscow’s delegation for the upcoming talks had been finalized. The Russian team will be led by two experienced figures: Senator Grigory Karasin, the head of the Foreign Relations Committee of the Russian Federal Council, and Sergey Beseda, an aide to the director of Russia’s Federal Security Service (FSB), Aleksandr Bortnikov. Ushakov praised the pair for their diplomatic expertise, underscoring their roles in shaping the country’s foreign policy and their deep understanding of international relations.

Karasin’s extensive diplomatic career spans decades, with significant experience in the West, including his tenure as Russia’s ambassador to the United Kingdom. Beseda, on the other hand, brings security expertise to the table, having worked in the FSB’s department of operational data and international relations. This combination of diplomatic and security knowledge highlights Russia’s multifaceted approach to the upcoming talks, where both international relations and national security concerns will be crucial topics of discussion.

The delegation’s composition suggests that Moscow is approaching these negotiations with a clear strategy—one that reflects both the need to engage diplomatically with the US while also addressing concerns related to the security of its borders and interests, particularly in the Black........

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