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Russia's Zakharova says Moscow ready for more Anchorage talks with US

On June 4, Russian Foreign Ministry Spokeswoman Maria Zakharova confirmed that Moscow is still open to dialogue with Washington. This willingness to engage follows nearly a year since initial high-level talks took place in Anchorage.

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Jun 3, 2026 · 1 min read
Russia's Zakharova says Moscow ready for more Anchorage talks with US

Key Takeaways

  • Moscow has signaled its continued willingness to engage in dialogue with Washington.
  • This readiness comes nearly a year after initial high-level contacts were held in Anchorage.
  • Russian Foreign Ministry Spokeswoman Maria Zakharova conveyed this message during an interview with TASS on June 4 from St. Petersburg.
  • Asked specifically if Russia-U.S. talks remained a viable option almost 12 months after the Anchorage encounter, Zakharova offered an unequivocal positive response.

Moscow signals it's still open to talking with Washington . Nearly year after high-level contacts in Anchorage,Russian Foreign Ministry Spokeswoman Maria Zakharova told TASS on June 4 from St. Petersburg that dialogue remains on the table .

When asked if Russia-U.S. talks are still possible 12 months post-Anchorage,Zakharova gave a clear yes. She noted neither side has formally ditched the talks. "No one on both sides has walked out" of discussions,she stated. But how long that lasts…

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