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Last Update2026-04-24
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Event Overview
The statement highlights a shift in geopolitical dynamics, with Russia perceiving an adversarial stance from the West. The situation underscores the use of economic and diplomatic pressures, as well as the manipulation of regional conflicts for strategic advantage.
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Russian Foreign Minister Claims Era of Coexistence with the West is Over
On April 24, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov stated that the era of coexistence and cooperation with the West has ended. He claimed that Russia is facing an 'open declaration of war' from the West. Lavrov also asserted that Ukraine is being used as a geopolitical tool by the West to confront Russia, helping NATO countries gain time for military preparations.
Kremlin Responds to Reports of Potential US Sanctions Over Ukraine Conflict
The Kremlin responded to reports about potential new US sanctions if Moscow does not agree to a peaceful solution for the Russia-Ukraine conflict. The Kremlin stated that it had not seen the reports but believes that any sanctions would harm US-Russia relations. President Putin criticized Western calls for preparing for a major conflict with Russia as hysteria and lies, and warned that if Ukraine and the West abandon peace talks, Russia will seize the claimed territories by military means.
Russian Foreign Minister Accuses Western Countries of Undermining Conflict Resolution Efforts
On the 24th, Russia-1 television channel broadcast an interview with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov. In response to some Western countries' recent statements that they would not engage in negotiations with Russia, and subsequent remarks that additional sanctions would be imposed if negotiations do not take place or do not yield satisfactory results, Lavrov stated: "They are just looking for an excuse to prevent negotiations while trying to shift responsibility onto Zelensky." Lavrov asserted that these actions are aimed at undermining the conflict resolution process jointly promoted and already yielding good results by the presidents of Russia and the United States.