Kerry Urges Russia Retreat, Lavrov Seeks Federal Ukraine
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U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry said Russia must pull forces back from Ukraine’s border as both sides seek a diplomatic solution, while his Russian counterpart urged the government in Kiev consider devolving power to give Ukraine’s regions more autonomy.
During four hours of meetings yesterday in Paris with Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov, Kerry said “ideas and suggestions” were discussed and he would consult with President Barack Obama on next steps. He and Lavrov, at separate briefings, said the sides would hold further talks to seek an outcome acceptable to Ukraine.