WASHINGTON (Sputnik) — The top officials will discuss a range of bilateral and regional problems, including situations in Iran, Syria and Ukraine, the State Department statement said.
"This trip is part of our ongoing effort to maintain direct lines of communication with senior Russian officials and to ensure US views are clearly conveyed," the statement read.
Earlier in the day, Russian Foreign Ministry also confirmed Kerry's Sochi trip adding that Moscow hoped the visit would help ease strains in bilateral relations.
