According to sources cited by Reuters, recent talks between the United States and Russia in Riyadh have shown "positive outcomes," with an "announcement expected soon."

Source: Reuters based on insider information

Details: A White House official reported that significant progress was made during the Riyadh talks, and a "positive announcement" is anticipated "in the near future.".

Russian sources indicated that the negotiations concluded late Monday, with a draft joint statement sent to Moscow and Washington for final approval, and both sides intend to release it on Tuesday.

The White House emphasized that the primary goal of this round of Saudi talks is to secure a ceasefire in the Black Sea and to revive the Black Sea grain initiative, which Russia exited in 2023.

Background: The US and Russian delegations wrapped up discussions in the Saudi capital, focusing on the end of the Russian invasion of Ukraine.

Earlier, on March 23, discussions were held in Riyadh between the American and Ukrainian delegations.

The Ukrainian Foreign Ministry reported that the meeting aimed to define the terms of various proposed ceasefire arrangements currently on the table.

Following the talks with the Russians, the Ukrainian delegation is set to engage in further discussions with the US delegation, as confirmed by President Volodymyr Zelensky.