Diplomatic Shifts: Moscow Awaits Washington's Nod for New Ambassador

Russia awaits the United States' approval for its new ambassador to the U.S., as confirmed by Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov. This follows the departure of previous ambassador Anatoly Antonov. Plans for diplomatic restoration come amid recent Russia-U.S. discussions on the Ukraine conflict.

Diplomatic Shifts: Moscow Awaits Washington's Nod for New Ambassador
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Russia has not yet received confirmation from the United States for its new ambassador's appointment, Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov announced via RIA state news agency.

This update follows the departure of Anatoly Antonov, the previous Russian ambassador, in October. Discussions between the two countries aim to strengthen diplomatic ties.

In the recent talks concerning the Ukraine situation, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio expressed intentions to restore respective diplomatic missions to facilitate future dialogue.

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