Stalemate in Black Sea Ceasefire Talks: U.S. and Russia Hold Constructive Dialogue

Following talks in Saudi Arabia, U.S. and Russian officials returned to analyze potential ceasefire negotiations in the Black Sea. Despite a proposal for a full ceasefire rejected by Russia, a mutual agreement to protect energy infrastructure has been reached. No immediate further discussions are planned at a presidential level.

Russia and the United States have concluded talks in Saudi Arabia, and both nations are currently evaluating the discussions, according to Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov.

Held in Riyadh, the talks centered on proposing a ceasefire in the Black Sea region amidst ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine. However, the details of these negotiations remain undisclosed.

While there are no immediate plans for a discussion between Russian President Vladimir Putin and U.S. President Donald Trump, Peskov indicated that such a dialogue could be swiftly arranged if required. During their last conversation, Putin refused a 30-day ceasefire but agreed to a halt on attacks targeting energy infrastructure.

(With inputs from agencies.)