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After more than four hours of discussions, both sides reached preliminary agreements on various crucial issues, including the restoration of diplomatic staff, the initiation of further talks regarding Ukraine, and the potential lifting of economic sanctions. The meetings focused on addressing longstanding irritants in US-Russia relations, especially in light of the ongoing conflict. Rubio emphasized the "extraordinary opportunities" for US-Russia ties if the conflict comes to an end, while Lavrov described the discussions as "useful and constructive."