What were the outcomes of the first formal talks between U.S. and Russian officials in Riyadh since the Ukraine war began?

The Riyadh talks, while not establishing a ceasefire date or confirming a Trump-Putin summit, resulted in both sides agreeing to pursue high-level discussions and potential cooperation on geopolitical and economic matters. President Trump expressed increased confidence following these discussions, the first formal meeting between Russian and U.S. officials since the Ukraine conflict began. The agreements suggest a possible significant shift in U.S. policy toward Russia, including readiness to remove Russian sanctions—a move that could surprise European allies. This represents a major diplomatic development in U.S.-Russia relations since the outbreak of the Ukraine war.