Lavrov: US and Russia discussed Black Sea shipping security in Riyadh

Russia and the United States recently held talks in Riyadh, focusing on the security of maritime navigation in the Black Sea, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said in an interview with Channel One.

According to Report, Lavrov said both US and Russian presidents have been briefed on the outcomes of these discussions.

The Russian foreign minister emphasized that Russia advocates for the resumption of the Black Sea Initiative but in a form that is more acceptable to all parties. He stressed that Moscow insists on clear guarantees in the new peace initiative, with no ambiguities.

Furthermore, Lavrov pointed out that Russia is determined to ensure that "no one tries to push it out of the grain and fertilizer markets."