Moscow, Russia – Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov announced that negotiations are underway between Moscow and Washington. These efforts aim to restore normal operations at diplomatic missions between the two countries. This step is considered a practical test of reducing tensions and managing existing disagreements.
In official statements, Lavrov explained that Russian-American contacts are focused on addressing administrative and technical obstacles. These obstacles have hampered the work of embassies and consulates in recent years. The two sides are exploring reciprocal mechanisms to ensure a balanced resumption of diplomatic activity based on the principle of reciprocity.
The Russian Foreign Minister added that Moscow is open to any practical steps that would improve communication channels. He emphasized that restoring the full functioning of diplomatic missions is essential for maintaining a minimum level of stability in bilateral relations, particularly given the complex international issues that require direct dialogue.
These moves come at a time of ongoing tension in Russian-American relations over multiple issues, including the Ukrainian crisis and reciprocal sanctions. This tension has negatively impacted the level of diplomatic representation and consular cooperation between the two sides.
Observers believe that the success of these negotiations could pave the way for limited de-escalation measures. This does not necessarily mean a major political breakthrough, but it could contribute to better management of disagreements and reduce the risk of misunderstandings between the two powers.
