Russia and US Discuss Solutions to Ukraine Conflict Issues

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov conveyed Moscow's readiness to work with the U.S. to address the Ukraine conflict. During a call with U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio, Lavrov emphasized the need for Ukraine to acknowledge Russia's annexation of four regions and renounce NATO aspirations.

In a significant diplomatic conversation, Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov expressed Moscow's willingness to collaborate with Washington to resolve the underlying issues of the Ukraine conflict.

According to the Russian Foreign Ministry, Lavrov relayed this position to U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio in a telephone discussion. This exchange followed talks in Paris involving U.S., European, and Ukrainian officials.

Russia maintains that a resolution requires Ukraine's recognition of Russia's annexation of four regions and a formal renunciation of any intentions to join NATO.

(With inputs from agencies.)