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Russian Foreign Minister Lavrov criticized Europe as an obstacle to peace amid upcoming US-Ukraine talks at Mar-a-Lago, where Zelenskiy and Trump aim to advance a peace proposal. Meanwhile, Russia continues military strikes in Ukraine, and Putin asserts Russia's willingness to use force to achieve its goals, as diplomatic efforts intensify.
Russia's Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov accused NATO and the EU of waging a 'real war' against Russia via Ukraine at the UN, claiming Western actions provoked the conflict, while Western officials dismissed these claims as distortions. Tensions remain high along Europe's eastern border, with recent airspace incursions and ongoing fighting in Ukraine, amid mixed international reactions to recent statements by U.S. and European leaders.
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov claimed that Ukraine's President Zelensky lacks legitimacy to sign peace agreements, as Russia continues to reject negotiations and Zelensky's government is portrayed as illegitimate by Moscow. This stance complicates efforts by the US and others to mediate peace, with Russia demanding maximalist territorial concessions and refusing to accept Zelensky's authority, further delaying potential negotiations amid ongoing conflict.
Russia's top diplomat Sergei Lavrov defended Russia's actions in Ukraine on 'Meet the Press,' criticizing Western allies and downplaying prospects for peace talks, while emphasizing Russia's stance and blaming Ukraine for setbacks in negotiations.
North Korea has unconditionally expressed support for Putin's war in Ukraine during Lavrov's visit, signaling a diplomatic stance aligned with Russia's actions in Ukraine.
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov warned the US, South Korea, and Japan against forming a security alliance targeting North Korea during his visit to North Korea, where he also discussed deepening Russia-North Korea ties, including military and economic cooperation, amid regional security tensions and North Korea's nuclear development.
Russia launched over 600 drones and missiles against Ukraine, killing at least two civilians and injuring many others, while Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov met with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un to discuss strategic relations amid ongoing tensions.
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio held a frank 50-minute meeting with Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov in Kuala Lumpur, expressing US frustration over the lack of progress in ending the Ukraine conflict and discussing potential new approaches, amid ongoing Russian attacks on Ukraine and evolving US-Russia diplomatic efforts.
At the OSCE ministerial summit in Malta, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken and other Western foreign ministers criticized Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov over Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Ukrainian, Polish, and Estonian ministers walked out during Lavrov's speech, with Ukraine's Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha labeling Lavrov a "war criminal." Lavrov accused the West of provoking conflict and warned of escalating tensions. Blinken countered by highlighting Russia's aggressive actions and emphasized Ukraine's right to self-determination. The OSCE has faced challenges due to Russia's vetoes since the 2022 invasion.
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov stated that Russia has no intention of changing its goals in Ukraine and criticized Western diplomats for refusing to engage in honest conversations. Lavrov's remarks came during an international security conference in North Macedonia, where the top diplomats of Ukraine, Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania boycotted the event in protest. Participants accused Russia of undermining the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE) with its war in Ukraine. Despite objections from Moscow, the OSCE's activities were saved, and Malta will assume the presidency on January 1.
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov's presence at the annual ministerial conference of the Organization for Security and Cooperation (OSCE) in Skopje, North Macedonia, caused friction and led to a boycott by some members. Poland, the Baltic countries, and Ukraine refused to attend, criticizing Russia's aggression against Ukraine. The OSCE, originally founded to ease tensions between the Soviet Union and the West, is currently paralyzed due to Russia's veto power. Lavrov dismissed criticism and accused the OSCE of being an appendage of NATO and the EU. Despite the controversy, Lavrov achieved his goal of demonstrating that Russia is not isolated and maintained ties with Kremlin-friendly EU nations. The OSCE, though sidelined in the current European security debate, remains important for future negotiations and bridge-building between Russia and the West.
EU foreign-relations chief Josep Borrell has refused to meet with Russian foreign minister Sergei Lavrov during Lavrov's visit to Skopje, citing a busy agenda. Lavrov, who has been granted special permits to bypass EU sanctions, is attending a meeting of the Organisation for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE). The EU has placed Lavrov on a visa-ban list following Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Lavrov's visit has prompted a boycott by Ukraine, Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania, who argue that it risks legitimizing Russia as a member of the international community.
Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov stated in an interview that the armed confrontation in Ukraine will persist until the West abandons its plans to dominate and defeat Moscow. Lavrov accused the "US-led collective West" of seeking to strengthen its global hegemony and inflict a strategic defeat on Russia through its support of Ukraine. He also criticized Kyiv for disregarding Indonesia's peace plan and promoting its own ultimatums. Lavrov urged the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) to resolve issues in Myanmar without interfering in its domestic affairs.
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov attended a meeting with counterparts from the BRICS economic bloc in South Africa, where officials questioned the West's intentions in the war in Ukraine and called the United Nations Security Council a “failing" institution. South African Foreign Minister Naledi Pandor confirmed that an invitation had been extended to Russian President Vladimir Putin to attend a larger BRICS summit in South Africa in August despite him being the subject of an arrest warrant by the International Criminal Court. The meeting in Cape Town of foreign ministers or representatives from the BRICS countries of Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa is a precursor to that main BRICS summit and comes less than two weeks after the world's most advanced economies held their own summit in Japan.
Protesters in Georgia gathered outside a hotel where relatives of Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov were allegedly staying, leading to tense scenes and clashes with police. The protests were sparked by reports that Lavrov's relatives had traveled to Georgia for a wedding. Georgia has faced accusations of close ties with Moscow, most notably during efforts to pass a foreign agents bill in March. The country's president, Salome Zourabichvili, has opposed the government's alignment with Russia.