Lavrov: USA discussions beyond Ukraine-new projects in sight!
Lavrov: USA discussions beyond Ukraine-new projects in sight!
In the latest discussions between the United States and Russia, Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov concludes that the topics beyond the Ukraine War. According to Kleine Zeitung are obstacles to common projects in the areas of energy, space and arctic main topics. Lavrow also emphasizes the principle "Trust is good, control is better", which underlines the need for transparency and cooperation.
At the moment there is no statement from the United States on the content of these discussions, as reported Vol.at . In a separate context, Krywyj Rih, the hometown of the Ukrainian President Wolodymyr Selenskyj, occurred on the same day a massive attack with Russian drones that caused great destruction. The Mayor Oleksandr Vilkul informed about at least 15 explosions, but emphasized that "everyone was alive".
The historical dimension of relationships
The relationships between Russia and the United States have always been complex and cultural and political contacts. According to wikipedia the story goes back to 1698 when the tsar Peter the Great and William Penn met. There have been numerous turning points over the centuries, including the economic contacts in the 18th century and the support campaigns during the American Civil War through the Tsarist Empire.
In the 20th century, relationships experienced ups and downs. A changeable picture of the interaction was shown, from cooperation in the Second World War to the Cold War, which was characterized by military tensions and competing ideological systems. The annexation of the Crimea by Russia in 2014 led to a deep crack, followed by sanctions and a decline in the commercial volume between the two countriesCurrent developments and outlook
In view of this tense story, the effort for dialogue and cooperation in the areas of energy and space travel is remarkable. Even if the war in Ukraine is still in the foreground, the discussion about joint projects could offer a tiny glimmer of hope for a possible relaxation between the superpowers.The next steps in the international discussions will be crucial for whether both sides are able to bridge the existing differences and open a new chapter in their bilateral relationships.
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