Russia and US commit to ending Ukraine war in diplomatic breakthrough

Russia and the U.S. have agreed to work towards ending the Ukraine war and improving diplomatic ties, marking a significant shift in U.S. policy. This agreement was reached during talks in Riyadh, attended by top diplomats from both countries. U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio outlined three main goals: restoring embassy staffing, forming a team for Ukraine peace talks, and enhancing economic cooperation. Ukrainian officials were not present, leading to concerns from Kyiv and European allies about being sidelined in negotiations. Despite the diplomatic progress, fighting continues in Ukraine, with reports of Russian drone attacks causing civilian injuries. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy postponed his trip to Saudi Arabia, emphasizing the need for Ukrainian involvement in any peace discussions.