Russian and U.S. officials met in Istanbul on Thursday to discuss embassy-related issues as part of efforts to stabilize ties, Russian news agencies reported. The talks, held at the U.S. consul general's residence,

Russian and US officials met in Istanbul to discuss resolving embassy issues and restoring ties. The meeting followed a recent high-level encounter since Russia's offensive in Ukraine. The talks aim to normalize diplomatic missions after previous expulsions under Biden's administration.

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov announced on Wednesday that a meeting between Russian and US representatives to discuss embassy operations will take place on Thursday in Istanbul.