Jim Risch actually said...

"With Russia pulling back in the region there is now a limited opportunity for the U.S. to take a stronger role and to help end the bloodshed."

"I look forward to hearing your plans to confront these issues."

"I expect that strong U.S. leadership will continue to advance this progress and closer bilateral relations will open up new opportunities for the United States."

"I commend our diplomats in Moscow for continuing to keep our embassy operational in spite of these challenges."