Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov addressed the Russian Duma, stating that the West has initiated dialogue with Russia regarding the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. Lavrov emphasized that Russia is open to cooperation with all nations based on mutual self-interest and respect.
However, Lavrov made controversial claims questioning Ukraine's sovereignty and alleging a neo-Nazi character within the Kyiv regime, a narrative often used by the Kremlin to justify its actions in Ukraine.
Lavrov mentioned discussions between former US President Trump and Russian President Putin on addressing the root causes of the conflict in Ukraine. He stressed the importance of addressing these root causes to achieve a resolution.
Furthermore, Lavrov asserted that Russia perceives itself to be under threat due to the conflict it initiated and highlighted the centrality of Russia's security in its negotiation objectives.
