Russian President Vladimir Putin speaks on the phone. Archival photoMOSCOW, April 18 Russian President Vladimir Putin and Algerian President Abdelmajid Tebboune discussed the situation around Ukraine, the Kremlin press service reports. «The situation around Ukraine was also touched upon. Contacts at various levels were agreed,» 
Lavrov announced a visit to Algeria»While discussing topical regional issues, concern was expressed over the aggravation of the situation in the zone of the Palestinian-Israeli conflict , stressed the importance of intensifying international efforts for a Middle East settlement,» the message added. «The intention to continue bilateral coordination in the OPEC Plus format and within the framework of the Gas Exporting Countries Forum in the interests of ensuring stability in global energy markets was confirmed,» the message says. message. Also, Putin and Tebbun exchanged congratulations on the occasion of the 60th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations, ascertaining av stable progressive development of friendly ties.
