It was the secretary of state’s first talk with his Russian counterpart since before Russia’s invasion of Ukraine in February.
By Matthew Lee | Associated Press
U.S. officials have in recent days publicized their efforts to get back Griner, a WNBA star, and Whelan, a corporate security executive, whose cases have drawn widespread national attention. Blinken also said he had pressed Lavrov on the importance of Russia following through on an agreement to allow Ukrainian grain shipments to leave the Black Sea and warned him of consequences should Moscow move ahead with suspected plans to annex portions of eastern and southern Ukraine.
In its statement afterward, the Russian Foreign Ministry said Lavrov “strongly suggested” to Blinken “returning to a professional dialogue in the mode of quiet diplomacy” on any efforts at American detainees’ release.
Indonesia Berita Terbaru, Indonesia Berita utama
Similar News:Anda juga dapat membaca berita serupa dengan ini yang kami kumpulkan dari sumber berita lain.
Blinken says U.S. made Russia a 'substantial proposal' for release of Brittney Griner and Paul WhelanBREAKING: The U.S. made an offer to Russia for the release of Brittney Griner and Paul Whelan, Secretary Blinken said.
Baca lebih lajut »
Blinken: US offered Russia ‘substantial proposal’ for release of Brittney Griner, Paul WhelanThe U.S. reportedly made an offer to Russia in June to trade Viktor Bout for Brittney Griner and Paul Whelan.
Baca lebih lajut »
U.S. offers deal to Russia for return of Brittney Griner, Paul WhelanIn a sharp reversal of previous policy, Secretary of State Antony Blinken said he expects to speak with his Kremlin counterpart for the first time since before Russia invaded Ukraine to discuss the deal and other matters.
Baca lebih lajut »
U.S. offers Russia a deal for the release of Brittney GrinerThe U.S. has offered a deal to Russia aimed at bringing home WNBA star Brittney Griner and another jailed American, Paul Whelan, Secretary of State Antony Blinken said Wednesday.
Baca lebih lajut »
U.S. Offers Deal to Russia for Release of WNBA’s Brittney GrinerThe athlete was arrested on drug-related charges at a Moscow airport in February and testified Wednesday at her trial.
Baca lebih lajut »
In rare contact, United States offers Russia deal for Brittney Griner, Paul WhelanWASHINGTON — The Biden administration has offered a deal to Russia aimed at bringing home WNBA star Brittney Griner and another jailed American Paul Whelan,...
Baca lebih lajut »