Riyadh Talks
What were the reactions to the diplomatic talks between U.S. and Russian officials in Saudi Arabia?
The clip discusses diplomatic talks in Saudi Arabia between U.S. officials, including Secretary of State Marco Rubio, and Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov. A key concern highlighted was the absence of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, raising questions about the legitimacy of negotiations that exclude Ukraine from discussions about its own future. The reactions appear mixed, with some criticizing U.S. support for Ukraine while others worry these talks might inadvertently reward Russia's aggression. The segment emphasizes the importance of direct Ukrainian involvement in any agreements affecting their sovereignty, particularly in the context of high-speed diplomacy surrounding the ongoing war.
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CBS News
00:22 - 00:35
What is the significance of the US-Russia diplomatic talks in Saudi Arabia and what role does the US play in Ukraine's peace prospects?
US and Russian diplomats are holding talks in Saudi Arabia to reset their fractured relations, marking the first such discussion since Russia's invasion of Ukraine. These talks represent a critical diplomatic effort amid ongoing tensions in Eastern Europe. The UK Defense Minister emphasized that a US backstop is essential for achieving peace in Ukraine, specifically to prevent Russian President Vladimir Putin from launching further attacks. Meanwhile, the UK has declared its readiness to deploy troops to Ukraine to ensure security, highlighting the complex international response to the conflict.
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WION
00:15 - 00:52
What is the status of a potential meeting between Putin and Trump?
According to Putin's aide Ushakov, a meeting between President Putin and President Trump is unlikely to take place next week. The Russian negotiator indicated it is too early to discuss a specific date for any Putin-Trump summit. While conditions for a potential meeting between the two leaders were reportedly discussed during talks in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, the timeline remains uncertain. The Russian side appears to be taking a cautious approach to scheduling any high-level meeting between the leaders at this stage.
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WION
00:11 - 00:28
What is the current status of the potential Putin-Trump summit?
According to Putin's aide Yushakov, the Putin-Trump meeting is unlikely to take place next week. After four and a half hours of discussions in Saudi Arabia, the Russian negotiator stated it's still too early to talk about a specific date for the summit. While conditions for the meeting between the two leaders were reportedly discussed in Riyadh, Yushakov emphasized that Putin will decide when talks with the United States on the Ukraine peace deal can happen. He also indicated uncertainty about whether U.S. and Russian positions are getting closer.
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00:29 - 01:57