<h1>US and Russia Plan Potential Summit to Address Global Issues Amid Ukraine Conflict; Diplomats to Meet Soon.</h1> Preparations are ongoing for a potential summit between the US President and Russia's leader, signaling a shift from Western isolation of Moscow due to its conflict in Ukraine. Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov indicated that the summit could address global issues beyond Ukraine. Initial efforts are underway, with US and Russian envoys set to meet soon. A recent meeting in Saudi Arabia between top diplomats from both nations resulted in agreements to restore embassy staffing, support Ukraine peace talks, and explore economic cooperation. However, Ukrainian and European officials expressed concerns over their exclusion from these discussions.