Lavrov and Rubio Discuss Ukraine Talks

Sergey Lavrov and Marco Rubio maintain contact on Ukraine issue.
U.S. canceled summit after Lavrov's ministry rejected softening Ukraine demands.
Lavrov defends Crimea's status as 'root causes' must be addressed.
2014 Crimea referendum results are disputed, contradicting Moscow's claims.
Lavrov remains central in UN role despite missing Putin-led meeting.

International Relations | Conflict | Diplomacy

United States | Ukraine | Russia

Vladimir Putin | Sergey Lavrov | Marco Rubio

2 months ago