Russian Press Review, September 23:

Trump and Zelensky seek a deal with Russia as Washington retains significant leverage over Kiev; Moscow sees scope for renewed dialogue with Washington amid a more pragmatic US approach to the UN; and Iran strengthens cooperation with Russia as its conflict with the US continues. These stories topped Wednesday’s newspaper headlines across Russia. ▪Izvestia: Trump, Zelensky signal interest in Russia deal as US retains leverage over Kiev

▪Izvestia: Moscow sees potential for renewed US dialogue as Washington shifts to pragmatic UN policy

▪Vedomosti: Iran sees deep mistrust of US as key obstacle to settlement while expanding ties with Russia

▪Rossiyskaya Gazeta: Non-resource sectors gain share of Russian tax revenues

▪Rossiyskaya Gazeta: Global diesel crisis drives up prices as Russia’s export ban shields domestic market