**US and Russia to Cooperate on Arctic Projects**
American and Russian officials have agreed to work together on economic projects in the Arctic region. This decision was made after a recent meeting between the two countries’ delegations in Saudi Arabia.
The US and Russia are discussing ways to cooperate on trade routes, natural resources, and exploration of the Arctic area. Moscow is offering Washington access to its natural resources and the Arctic region. This move comes as the Trump administration tries to reduce tensions with Russia.
**US Seeks to Separate Russia from China**
Meanwhile, the US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has stated that his country wants to separate Russia from China. Rubio believes that this will help prevent Russia from becoming dependent on China’s economic support.
Russia and China have been close allies since the full-scale invasion of Ukraine began. They have deepened their economic ties and rely on each other for essential goods, such as dual-use equipment used by the Russian military in its war against Ukraine.
Rubio has expressed concerns that further cooperation between Russia and China could lead to global instability due to both countries’ nuclear capabilities.
**US-Russia Talks Resume**
The US and Russia are holding their second round of talks in Istanbul. The first meeting took place in Saudi Arabia earlier this month, but no concrete decisions on peace negotiations were made.
Ukraine’s exclusion from the meeting sparked concerns among Ukrainian officials and European leaders.