Republicans, Democrats Hold ‘Same Position’ on Russia, Senior Diplomat Says

Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov gestures during a press conference following talks with US counterpart on soaring tensions over Ukraine, in Geneva, Switzerland, on Jan. 10, 2022. Eloi Rouyer/AFP via Getty Images

Both political parties in the United States hold identical positions vis-a-vis Russia, Moscow’s deputy foreign minister Sergei Ryabkov said on Dec. 9.

He made the claim following a meeting between U.S. and Russian officials in Istanbul, where the two sides reportedly discussed issues affecting bilateral relations.