Russia Urges US Talks, Insists on Ukraine Discussion

Russia has expressed a need for comprehensive security talks with the United States, insisting that the discussions must include the issue of Ukraine. The Kremlin emphasized that it will not separate Ukraine from the broader security concerns. The U.S. maintains that negotiations over the war in Ukraine are a matter for Ukraine itself. The call for dialogue comes amid growing global security issues, including Russia's recent defense agreement with North Korea and potential changes to its nuclear doctrine.