Russia and US commit to ending Ukraine war in diplomatic shift

Russia and the U.S. have agreed to work towards ending the war in Ukraine and improving diplomatic ties. This marks a significant shift in U.S. foreign policy under President Donald Trump, as both countries aim to restore embassy staffing and support peace talks. The meeting in Riyadh included U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov. They discussed creating a high-level team for Ukraine peace talks and exploring economic cooperation, signaling a potential thaw in relations after years of tension. Ukraine was not represented at the talks, raising concerns among its allies about being sidelined. U.S. officials emphasized the need for engagement with Ukraine and European partners, while acknowledging that concessions from all sides will be necessary for peace.