Core Viewpoint - The normalization talks between Russia and the United States were proposed by the Trump administration, and despite significant differences, Moscow agreed to Washington's proposal [1] Group 1 - Russian Foreign Minister Lavrov stated that the dialogue between Russia and the U.S. has not yet reached a level to clearly assess strategic goals [1] - Lavrov expressed positive expectations for the dialogue prospects following the Russia-U.S. talks in Riyadh in February [1] - The possibility of signing a new agreement to replace the New START treaty, which is set to expire in February 2026, remains uncertain [1]

Core Points - The new Russian Ambassador to the U.S., Alexander Darchiev, expressed an open attitude towards working with the U.S. on the Ukraine crisis and bilateral relations, emphasizing that the nature of the relationship depends on the U.S. [1] - Darchiev highlighted the importance of dialogue based on equality and respect for national interests, aiming to utilize the current "window of opportunity" to improve bilateral cooperation [1] - He acknowledged that changes in the relationship would not happen overnight due to inertia and resistance within the U.S. government, but Russia will persist in normalizing relations in specific areas [1] - Darchiev stated that interactions on strategic stability cannot be separated from the overall military-political situation, noting that the U.S. has become a party in the Ukraine conflict and continues military aid to Kyiv [1] - The next round of negotiations between Russian and U.S. delegations is set to take place in Moscow soon, although no agreement has been reached regarding a potential face-to-face meeting between the two presidents [1] Background Information - Alexander Darchiev was born in May 1960 and graduated from Moscow State University in 1983, with proficiency in English and French [2] - He has been involved in North American diplomatic work since joining the Russian Foreign Ministry in 1992, holding various positions including Deputy Chief of Mission at the Russian Embassy in the U.S. and Ambassador to Canada [2] - Darchiev was appointed as the Russian Ambassador to the U.S. by President Putin on March 6, 2025 [2]

据央视新闻报道，当地时间1 9日， 美国总统特朗普和俄罗斯总统普京的通话结束，共持续2个多小时。 据央视新闻报道，普京在通话结束后发表声明表示，通话超过两个小时， 内容非常充实和开放。 普京称，通话是非常有益的、有建设性的。 俄罗斯赞成和平解决乌克兰危机，但是应该确定更有效的通向和平的道路。普京表示，伊斯坦布尔谈判的恢复表明整体上在沿着正确的道路行 进。 普京称，与特朗普达成协议， 俄方将提出建议并愿意与乌克兰方面共同就未来可能达成的和平条约起草备忘录。 这一备忘录应该包含若干条 款，比如达成和平的原则，和平条约的签署时间，以及在达成若干协议后于特定时期停火。 普京表示，当前的问题在于，俄罗斯和乌克兰方面均应最大程度地体现对和平的努力，并且找到让各方都满意的折中方案。普京称，俄罗斯的 立场是明确的，即应当消除危机的根源。 俄总统助理：不排除俄美元首会晤可能 据央视新闻报道，会谈后，俄罗斯总统助理乌沙科夫就普京与特朗普的通话举行简报会。乌沙科夫称， 两国元首通话时间相当长，共持续了2 小时5分钟。 乌沙科夫表示，两国元首讨论了俄美关系现状，一致主张继续推动两国关系正常化进程。双方还重点讨论了在押人员交换的问题， ...

当地时间4月30日，俄罗斯联邦安全会议秘书绍伊古表示，欧洲国家在乌克兰领土上部署所谓维和部队 的计划，有着准备占领乌西部地区的迹象。俄罗斯认为西方国家在乌克兰部署部队是不可接受的，他们 将成为俄军合法的打击目标。绍伊古说，欧洲妄图卷入冲突，阻止俄罗斯与美国实现关系正常化。(央 视新闻) ...

Core Viewpoint - The Russian Defense Minister Shoigu stated that Europe is urging Kyiv not to fulfill agreements, attempting to prolong the conflict and hinder the normalization of relations between Russia and the United States [1] Group 1 - Europe is pressuring Ukraine to avoid implementing agreements [1] - The intention behind this pressure is to extend the ongoing conflict [1] - This situation is seen as a barrier to the normalization of Russia's relations with the United States [1]