Moscow, Sept. 7 (Petra) -- The Russian presidency (Kremlin) announced Monday Russia's readiness to resume negotiations with the United States and Ukraine aimed at reaching a peaceful resolution to the conflict with Kyiv, affirming Moscow's openness to continuing diplomatic efforts to settle the crisis.

Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov stated during a press briefing that any negotiations must take into account Russia's security interests and the realities on the ground. He added that it is too early to discuss the venue or timing of the talks, as neither has been determined yet.

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