Russia and US to Hold Ukraine Talks in Riyadh on March 24
High-Level Consultations in Saudi Arabia
Russian Presidential Aide Yuri Ushakov announced that on March 24, representatives from Russia and the US will meet in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, for expert-level consultations on the Ukraine conflict resolution.
The Russian delegation will be led by Senator Georgy Karasin and FSB Director’s Advisor Sergey Beseda. The US is expected to send officials from the State Department, Pentagon, and CIA, highlighting Washington’s serious diplomatic commitment to negotiations.
These talks will continue recent discussions between Presidents Vladimir Putin and Donald Trump, where steps toward a ceasefire were outlined, including a 30-day halt on infrastructure attacks in Ukraine and Russia.
Saudi Arabia as a Key Mediator
Saudi Arabia has increasingly positioned itself as a mediator in international negotiations, with Riyadh emerging as a crucial platform for dialogue between Moscow and Washington.
Key Topics of Discussion
The negotiations are expected to cover:
- Ceasefire terms and mechanisms for monitoring compliance,
- Prisoner exchanges,
- Weapons supply restrictions,
- Potential sanctions relief in exchange for diplomatic progress.
Potential Diplomatic Breakthrough
The talks in Riyadh could serve as a major step toward a diplomatic resolution of the conflict and easing global tensions.
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