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Russia urges US to consider restoring direct flights during Istanbul talks

Russia urges US to consider restoring direct flights during Istanbul talks
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Russia has disclosed a recent meeting between its diplomats and U.S. counterparts in Istanbul, where discussions included a proposal for the United States to reopen its airspace to Russian aircraft.

The negotiations mark an effort by Russia to restore direct flights between the two countries, which have been suspended amid heightened geopolitical tensions.

No further details of the meeting or responses from U.S. officials were provided in the press release.

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