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Russia Hosts Taliban Talks as It Seeks Regional Influence

Since U.S. forces pulled out of Kabul in 2021, Russia and China have taken advantage of the vacuum, holding talks with the Taliban despite deep ideological...

Russia Says Armenians Added ‘Fuel to Fire’ in Azerbaijan Conflict

"Unfortunately, the leadership of Armenia from time to time adds fuel to the fire itself," said Foreign Minister Lavrov.

Russia Accuses West of 'De Facto' Fighting in Ukraine

Westerners are "de facto fighting against us, using the hands and bodies of Ukrainians," said Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov.

diplomatic divisions

Russia's Lavrov Says G20 Summit a 'Success'

G20 leaders papered over deep divisions over Russia's invasion of its neighbor, alluding to the problems caused by the war but refraining from blaming...

Russia FM Lavrov Arrives in India for G20 Summit – Broadcast

Putin is not attending — or even planning to make a video address at — the G20 in India, with relations between Moscow and many members of the bloc...

Russia's Lavrov Arrives in South Africa for BRICS Summit

President Vladimir Putin is not attending the summit in person in the wake of the ICC's arrest warrant against him.

Lavrov Lashed Out at Ukraine War Criticism at Jakarta Talks – EU Top Diplomat

Russia's foreign minister said "everything is a 'West conspiracy' and the war will continue," EU foreign policy chief Josep Borrell said.

modern warplanes

Russia Says F-16 Jets in Ukraine Will Be Seen as 'Nuclear' Threat

Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov spoke of a U.S. plan to transfer F-16s to Ukraine, although Washington has not given the go-ahead for any country to supply...

Lavrov Says No End to Ukraine War Until West 'Abandons Plans' to Defeat Russia

In an interview with Indonesian media, Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov lambasted the U.S. and its allies for supporting Ukraine.

overseas operations

Russia Says Wagner's Future in Africa Depends on 'Countries Concerned'

Foreign minister Sergei Lavrov insisted that Wagner's presence in the region was beyond Moscow's jurisdiction.

Russia Will Be 'Stronger' in Wake of Wagner Revolt Says Lavrov

"Russia has always overcome all its problems... it comes out stronger and stronger,” Lavrov told journalists during a briefing in Moscow.

foreign presence

Wagner Will Continue Mali, C. Africa Operations – Lavrov

The mercenary group has established a presence in several African countries, drawing accusations of brutal tactics and resource exploitation.

search for support

Lavrov in Kenya on Heels of Ukrainian Counterpart's Trip to Africa

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov met Kenyan leaders on Monday on a surprise visit to Nairobi.

excuse for escalation

Lavrov Says Drone Attack on Kremlin Impossible Without U.S. Knowledge

"We will respond with concrete actions," the Russian foreign minister warned.

'hypocritical convenor'

Ukraine Allies Denounce 'Cynical' Russian Meeting at UN

Russia holds the rotating presidency of the Security Council in April and organized the meeting as one of its "signature" events of its tenure.

'will not forgive'

Moscow Slams U.S. After Russian Journalists Denied Visas for UN Visit

"We won't forget, we will not forgive this," said Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov.

diplomatic blitz

Russian Envoy, Nicaraguan Leader Deride Impact of U.S. Sanctions

Russian FM Sergei Lavrov and Nicaraguan President Daniel Ortega played down the impact of U.S. sanctions on officials.

'Join Forces' Against Sanctions 'Blackmail,' Urges Russia's Lavrov

Russia's top diplomat is on a weeklong Latin American tour.

critical supplies

Russia, UN Set for Ukraine Grain Deal Renewal Talks

Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said clauses in the agreement that provide for Russian grain and fertilizer exports were not being upheld.

nagorno-karabakh

Russia, Azerbaijan Criticize EU's Armenia Border Mission

Moscow and Baku on Tuesday criticized the deployment of an expanded EU monitoring mission to Armenia's volatile border with Azerbaijan. Arch Caucasus foes...

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