Kirill Dmitriev described the forthcoming meeting as "very positive for the world," since, in his words, "during the Biden administration no dialogue was happening"

"Kirill Dmitriev will take part in the summit of the leaders of Russia and the US on August 15, Friday, as part of the official delegation," sources said

Kirill Dmitriev described the forthcoming meeting as "very positive for the world," since, in his words, "during the Biden administration no dialogue was happening"

"It is very important that the dialogue continues and that Russia’s position is heard, which was difficult under the Biden administration," Kirill Dmitriev remarked

Kirill Dmitriev commented on a remark about high stakes posted by Donald Trump

Kirill Dmitriev pointed out that the Russian side’s sentiment is running high ahead of the summit