Deputy Secretary of State for European and Eurasian Affairs Karen Dunefred stated that Washington wanted to provide Kiev a powerful negotiating stance when talks between Russia and Ukraine began. In order for negotiations to begin, we want to make sure Ukraine is in the best possible position.
Diplomacy also expressed confidence that the Ukrainian conflict will end at the negotiating table, and that Washington expects to show a serious Russian position towards the settlement.
The United States does not object to the provision of Russian grains and fertilisers to international markets, according to Dunefred, and it does not extend its sanctions to this region.
Karen Dunefred: When talks with Russia begin, America wants to provide Ukraine a powerful negotiating position.
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