Rubio tells Russia: The President is disappointed and frustrated!
U.S. Secretary of State Rubio had a frank conversation with Russian Foreign Minister Lavrov in Malaysia on Thursday, conveying the President's disappointment and frustration to the Russian side.
Rubio said after the meeting that he shared some ideas and comments with Lavrov, and he will bring them back to Washington via phone as early as tonight. Rubio said that the approach proposed by Russia is new and different.
"I agree with the President's statement about being disappointed and frustrated by the lack of progress in peace negotiations or the path forward."
"We understand that these matters take time and patience, but obviously we are also frustrated by the lack of more progress, and we hope that in today and in the days to come, we can have a clearer understanding of Russia's position and priorities in this regard and start making some progress."
However, Rubio emphasized that the United States will continue to engage with all parties involved in seeking a resolution to this conflict.
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