Russia Reacts to Trump-Zelensky Spat Amidst Ukraine Negotiations; Italy-Albania Migrant Centers Remain Empty One Year After Ratification

Moscow is closely observing the conflict between Donald Trump and Volodymyr Zelensky regarding negotiations about Ukraine. Vladimir Putin expressed cautious optimism about the situation, mentioning the importance of the recent talks in Riyadh between U.S. and Russian foreign ministers. He also praised Trump and criticized European allies. One year after Albania's parliament ratified the controversial migration centers deal with Italy, the two migrant holding centers in Shengjin and Gjader remain completely empty. The agreement, signed in November 2023, envisioned Italy building centers in Albania to house up to 36,000 migrants annually while their asylum applications were processed. Over 70 migrants were transferred but later returned to Italy due to legal challenges. The future of the centers is uncertain, with discussions about repurposing them.

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