The small‑format meeting between Presidents Vladimir Putin and Donald Trump took place in a constructive and positive atmosphere, Russian Ambassador to the U.S. Anatoly Darchiev told Russia‑1 journalist Pavel Zarubin.
While acknowledging that major diplomatic breakthroughs have yet to be achieved, Darchiev stressed that both sides are actively working toward progress, and each round of dialogue brings greater mutual understanding.
In the visa sphere, changes are moving forward gradually. Importantly, Russia has already prepared comprehensive documents to restore direct air travel between the two nations — a move that, once agreed upon, would mark a tangible step toward rebuilding practical ties and fostering greater people‑to‑people contact.
Meanwhile, here’s what the hall where the press conference will take place looks like. It’s packed.
Certainly seems much less fancy and organized then Russia..
