Core Viewpoint - Russia is considering Saudi Arabia as a potential platform for future talks with the United States, contingent upon further discussions with the U.S. side [1] Group 1: Diplomatic Relations - Russian Foreign Minister Lavrov welcomed Saudi Arabia's role as the guest country at the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum next year [1] - Lavrov indicated that direct flights between Russia and Saudi Arabia are set to commence in October this year [1] Group 2: Ukraine Crisis - Lavrov emphasized that Russia cannot be satisfied with the outcome of the Ukraine crisis unless Ukraine adequately considers Russia's legitimate security interests [1] - Another condition for resolving the conflict is the protection of the rights of Russian-speaking populations and ethnic Russians [1]