Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has suggested negotiations for solving Moldova's conflict with Russian-supported separatists could take place without the EU and U.S.
Lavrov says he does not rule out consultations on Trans-Dniester between officials from Russia, Moldova and Trans-Dniester.
The negotiations on solving the 18-year conflict currently involve Russia, Ukraine, the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe, the EU, U.S., Moldova and authorities in Trans-Dniester.
Lavrov made the statement Tuesday during a one-day visit to Moldova's capital, Chisinau.
The breakaway region of Trans-Dniester declared its independence from Moldova in 1990. It is not recognized internationally.
The Associated Press
