US and Russian negotiators are engaged in talks focused on halting attacks on Black Sea shipping, potentially leading to a broader ceasefire agreement in the ongoing Ukraine conflict. Following productive discussions with Ukrainian officials about civilian and energy infrastructure, discussions took place in Riyadh, signaling Ukraine's urgent desire to safeguard its key ports. The talks also touch upon reviving the 2022 Black Sea Grain Initiative, which allowed grain exports before Russia's exit due to frustrations over sanctions issues. Both sides appear cautious about reaching significant breakthroughs amid ongoing tensions.
Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov confirmed that US and Russian officials were discussing a potential resumption of the 2022 Black Sea Grain Initiative, aiming to reactivate vital grain shipments.
Ukrainian Defence Minister Rustem Umerov described the previous discussions with US officials as productive, focusing on the need for protecting civilian and energy infrastructure during ongoing hostilities.
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