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2021-05-26 09:35:18 Presidents of Russia and the United States will meet in Geneva on June 16

In accordance with the agreement, President of the Russian Federation Vladimir Putin will hold talks with President of the United States Joseph Biden in Geneva on June 16.

The two presidents will discuss the current status of and prospects for bilateral relations, strategic stability problems, as well as current issues on the international agenda, including cooperation in countering the coronavirus pandemic and settlement of regional conflicts. Open / Comment

2021-05-26 03:10:15 Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov: The conversation between Russian Security Council Secretary Nikolai Patrushev and US Presidential National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan covered the entire spectrum of our relations, the same as my talks with US Secretary of State Antony Blinken in Iceland a week before that.

In both cases, the conversations were frank, with the parties avoiding glossing over our serious and deep differences on the majority of international problems as well as on bilateral issues.

I believe the manner in which the US side presented its position was respectful and allows us to hope that establishing a serious and concrete dialogue on practical, not feigned, problems, common threats and risks will enable us to count (if both sides make efforts) on the removal of certain irritants. This will be neither quick nor easy.

As it was said on many occasions, we positively view US President Joe Biden’s proposal to hold a summit. You have quoted the Kremlin’s statement. The wait will not be long. Open / Comment

2021-05-25 18:43:42 Today is #AfricaDay! #OTD in 1963 the Organisation of African Unity was founded to eradicate colonialism & encourage integration.

Together with our African partners we celebrate their freedom & recall the Soviet contribution to the African liberation struggle.

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2021-05-25 16:51:25 Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov’s remarks and answers to media questions during a joint news conference following talks with Foreign Minister of the Hellenic Republic Nikos Dendias, Sochi, May 24, 2021

Sergey Lavrov: We have just had substantive talks with our Greek colleague Nikos Dendias. This is our fourth meeting. We hold regular contacts that help us maintain Russian-Greek relations and confirm their friendly nature.

Greece is an important European partner of the Russian Federation. This year, the Greek people marked a landmark event, the 200th anniversary of their struggle for independence. One can safely say that this is our common holiday, for Russia made its own special contribution to Greek’s independence and facilitated the establishment of its statehood. Traditions of friendship and mutual assistance have been proven over time, and mutual respect and feelings of fellowship are the solid base of bilateral ties today. Open / Comment

2021-05-25 13:23:32 #Live: Russian Foreign Minister Sergey #Lavrov and Foreign Minister of #Malta Evarist #Bartolo hold a joint press-conference following talks in Sochi





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2021-05-25 12:08:24 #Live: Russian Foreign Minister Sergey #Lavrov and Foreign Minister of #Malta Evarist #Bartolo commence bilateral talks in Sochi

https://www.mid.ru/en/press_service/video

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2021-05-25 11:53:17 Vladimir Putin sent greetings to African heads of state and government on the occasion of Africa Day.

President Putin: Please accept my heartfelt greetings on the occasion of Africa Day that has become a symbol of the victory of your continent’s nations over colonialism, as well as their striving for independence, peace and prosperity.

African countries have achieved substantial successes in economic and social spheres, and they play an increasingly important role in addressing topical issues on the international agenda.

Russia cherishes the traditionally friendly relations with its African partners and invariably supports their efforts aiming to resolve local conflicts, counter terrorism and extremism, illegal drug trafficking, epidemics and other challenges to regional and global security. Open / Comment

2021-05-24 21:12:52 On May 24 Vladimir Putin received President of the Kyrgyz Republic Sadyr Japarov at the Bocharov Ruchei residence. The President of Kyrgyzstan is in Sochi on a working visit at the invitation of the President of Russia.

The two leaders discussed the development of bilateral interaction, including within the integration associations in the Eurasian space. They also exchanged views on current regional issues, including improving stability on the Kyrgyz-Tajik border.

President of Russia Vladimir Putin:

Next year will mark the 30th anniversary of our fundamental agreement on friendship and cooperation. But we already can say that our interstate relations have been successfully improving and developing over these years.

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2021-05-24 15:04:36 Maria Zakharova will hold a briefing on topical foreign policy issues at 3 pm MSK (approximately) on May 26.

In light of measures taken to prevent the spread of the coronavirus and WHO recommendations on holding public events via teleconferencing, the Foreign Ministry’s spokesperson will answer media questions received by the call centre. Accredited journalists will be sent detailed information concerning the technical aspects of submitting questions. Open / Comment

2021-05-24 14:15:28 #Live: Russian Foreign Minister Sergey #Lavrov and Foreign Minister of #Greece Nikos Dendias hold a joint press-conference following talks in Sochi





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