Russian officials optimistic ahead of Syria talks

Russia's Foreign Minister has announced he's hopeful that Syria
meeting set to get underway in Kazakstan next week can lead to direct
talks between the government and members of the Syrian opposition.

The talks were brokered between Turkey and Russia but Lavrov says he
hopes that the United States will be involved too.

William Denselow reports from Moscow.

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