U.S. and Russia diplomats meet in Saudi Arabia for Ukraine war talks
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Top diplomats from the U.S. and Russia are meeting in Saudi Arabia to discuss the Ukraine war. This marks the first high-level talks since Donald Trump took office, aiming to improve relations and prepare for a summit between Trump and Vladimir Putin. Saudi Arabia's role in these talks highlights its return to diplomacy after being sidelined during the Biden administration. The Kingdom has maintained ties with both the U.S. and Russia, balancing its interests amid the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. The meeting follows a three-year freeze in U.S.-Russia relations over Ukraine. Saudi Arabia's involvement is seen as a boost to its global diplomatic standing, with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman strengthening ties with both Trump and Putin.