Recalling that Russia and Venezuela have a long history of strategic relations, Lavrov stressed that Moscow’s position on the current situation remains unchanged.
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov made statements on the international agenda at a press conference held after talks with his Namibian counterpart, Selma Ashipala-Musavyi.
Assessing the United States’ aggressive actions toward Venezuela, Lavrov said: “Our position has not changed. This position is a fundamental one, based on respect for the principles of sovereignty and territorial integrity of all states whose governments naturally represent the interests of their entire populations,” and continued:
“Venezuela is precisely such a state. Therefore, our fundamental assessment of the illegal operation carried out by the United States remains valid and is shared by the overwhelming majority of countries representing the global majority, including those in the Global South and East.”
Lavrov added: “Despite the fact that a grave violation of international law is obvious to everyone, only Western Europeans and Washington’s other allies are avoiding making fundamental assessments, seemingly out of embarrassment.”
Key Points From Lavrov’s Press Conference Today
‘The West Is Trying to Buy Time for Ukraine’
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The West’s statements about a ceasefire are attempts to buy time for Kyiv and to preserve the Kyiv regime.
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Macron is trying to win public favor; there is no serious proposal for engagement.
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The EU is interested in preparing for war with Russia and is stating this openly.
‘Russia Is Open to Negotiations’
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Moscow is open to contacts with Witkoff and Kushner and will approach their expressed interest with understanding.
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Russian President Vladimir Putin has repeatedly confirmed that Russia is ready for negotiations on Ukraine, provided they are serious.
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Contacts established between Russia and the United States on Ukraine are based on the solid foundations laid during the meeting in Alaska.
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Russia is interested in the impressions gained by U.S. representatives from their talks with the so-called “coalition of volunteers” in Europe.
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The United States wants to halt Ukraine’s efforts to join NATO, and Russia sees this.
‘We View Venezuela’s Struggle With Sympathy’
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Russia remains committed to its agreements with Venezuela.
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Russia views with sympathy how the current Venezuelan government defends the country’s interests.
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Venezuela is ready for dialogue with the United States, provided there is no coercion.
‘The U.S. Is Unreliable’
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Due to U.S. actions, globalization has been rendered meaningless.
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The U.S. abandonment of its own principles of globalization shows that it is unreliable.
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Washington has adopted an approach aimed at dismantling the international relations system that has existed for decades.
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No third party can change the nature of relations between Russia and Iran.