Russia-US talks in Saudi Arabia wrap up

The two delegations negotiated for over 12 hours on settling the Ukraine conflict

Talks between senior Russian and American officials focused on a settlement of the Ukraine conflict and maritime security in the Black Sea, have concluded in the Saudi capital of Riyadh after more than 12 hours. 

A joint statement on the talks is expected to be released on Tuesday, Russian news agencies RIA Novosti and TASS reported, citing sources.

The Russian Foreign Ministry released a short video showing the country’s negotiating team leaving the talks. “The Russian-American consultations have concluded,” the ministry said without providing any further details.

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