Lavrov: Russia, US align on Ukraine talks after Putin-Witkoff meeting

• Russian Foreign Minister Lavrov stated that "misunderstandings" with the U.S. on Ukraine talks have been resolved.
• This resolution followed a meeting between President Putin and U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff earlier this month.
• Lavrov said the talks confirmed "mutual understandings" from a previous Putin-Trump summit.
• Russia seeks a long-term peace deal for Ukraine with security guarantees for all parties, not limited to Ukraine.
• Russia opposes Ukraine's NATO membership and demands protection for Russian speakers in Ukraine.

Why It Matters: This signals potential for US-Russia diplomatic progress on Ukraine.