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WATCH Iran’s Zarif remove face mask with relief during Moscow talks with Lavrov, after taking it on & off repeatedly (VIDEO)

Posted on June 18, 2020June 18, 2020By Editor

Social distancing’s no hurdle for talks between trusted allies, Russian FM Sergey Lavrov appeared to show as he arrived to meet Iran’s Javad Zarif without a face mask. Zarif was more careful, but soon opted to remove his, too. … Read More >WATCH Iran’s Zarif remove face mask with relief during Moscow talks with Lavrov, after taking it on & off repeatedly (VIDEO)

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‘Playing Monopoly’: Lavrov blasts leaders who put selfish interests ahead of saving lives during pandemic

Posted on May 29, 2020May 29, 2020By Editor

The elites who rule the West have put selfish or ideological goals first when choosing their response to the Covid-19 pandemic, Russia’s foreign minister has said in a scathing op-ed. … Read More >‘Playing Monopoly’: Lavrov blasts leaders who put selfish interests ahead of saving lives during pandemic

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No need for ‘show trials’ of Western journalists, but responsible reporting is key – Lavrov on unproven Covid-19 allegations

Posted on May 15, 2020May 15, 2020By Editor

Journalists should be held responsible for the articles they publish, but public “show trials” are not necessary, according to Russian FM Sergey Lavrov’s comments on the conduct of several Western media outlets. … Read More >No need for ‘show trials’ of Western journalists, but responsible reporting is key – Lavrov on unproven Covid-19 allegations

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Pompeo Told Lavrov Any Future Arms Control Talks Must Include China – State Department

Posted on April 17, 2020By Editor

Russia and the United States are parties to the Strategic Arms Reduction Treaty (New START), which is set to expire in 2021. It is the last remaining arms control treaty in force between Russia and the United States after the collapse of the Intermediate-Range Nuclear Forces Treaty. … Read More >Pompeo Told Lavrov Any Future Arms Control Talks Must Include China – State Department

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Russian FM Lavrov holds video conference with international journalists to discuss pressing global issues amid Covid-19 pandemic

Posted on April 14, 2020April 14, 2020By Editor

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov will host a video conference attended by international media to discuss key issues, as the world struggles to contain the coronavirus pandemic. … Read More >Russian FM Lavrov holds video conference with international journalists to discuss pressing global issues amid Covid-19 pandemic

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German public broadcaster ARD sends birthday greetings to Russian FM Lavrov – for tetchy tabloid Bild, this was too much to bear

Posted on March 23, 2020March 23, 2020By Editor

Congratulating someone on their birthday is the polite thing to do, but apparently not when anti-Russian hysteria comes into play. The German public broadcaster ARD has just learned this the hard way. … Read More >German public broadcaster ARD sends birthday greetings to Russian FM Lavrov – for tetchy tabloid Bild, this was too much to bear

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Best Hits: Russian Foreign Minister Lavrov’s Greatest Achievements and Public Gaffes as He Turns 70

Posted on March 21, 2020March 21, 2020By Editor

Russia’s top diplomat has earned the respect of his colleagues both at home and abroad for his professionalism and the love of the public – mostly due unexpected gaffes rarely heard from people in his profession. … Read More >Best Hits: Russian Foreign Minister Lavrov’s Greatest Achievements and Public Gaffes as He Turns 70

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US proposals to start dialogue with terrorists in Idlib are unacceptable – Russian FM

Posted on February 24, 2020February 24, 2020By Editor

Moscow will resist any attempts to whitewash the terrorists holed up in Idlib, Syria, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said, adding that engaging in talks with them as the US is hinting is out of question. … Read More >US proposals to start dialogue with terrorists in Idlib are unacceptable – Russian FM

Moscow ready to assist Italian firms in localizing production in Russia – Foreign Ministry

Posted on February 17, 2020February 17, 2020By Editor

The Russian government will help Italian companies operating in the country to deal with losses resulting from Western sanctions, Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has said. … Read More >Moscow ready to assist Italian firms in localizing production in Russia – Foreign Ministry

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US openly paves way for INF-banned missiles to be placed in Europe & Asia – Lavrov

Posted on February 17, 2020February 17, 2020By Editor

Just out of a milestone nuclear missile accord, the US is about to deploy short- and intermediate-range missiles in Europe and Asia, prompting Moscow to engage France and other partners to preserve security on the continent. … Read More >US openly paves way for INF-banned missiles to be placed in Europe & Asia – Lavrov