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Russia Open to US Talks Amid Ukraine Tensions

4/26/2025

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Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov announced on April 24 that Moscow is open to negotiating a deal with the US concerning Ukraine, contingent on minor adjustments. In the meantime, Ukraine's military has reported substantial Russian casualties in recent attacks. European officials are alarmed by US proposals that could acknowledge Russia's grip on Crimea, fearing a threat to NATO's security.

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Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov announced on April 24 that Moscow is open to negotiating a deal with the US concerning Ukraine, contingent on minor adjustments. In the meantime, Ukraine's military has reported substantial Russian casualties in recent attacks. European officials are alarmed by US proposals that could acknowledge Russia's grip on Crimea, fearing a threat to NATO's security.