“We still hope that we have a chance to return to international law and responsibilities,” Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said.
Russian Foreign Minister Lavrov spoke for the first time since Russia launched military action in Ukraine.
“Russia is always ready for dialogue. We had detailed discussions with the United States and NATO on tensions,” he said.
EXPLANATION FROM KREMLIN
“It is impossible to put Russia behind the iron curtain. Putin will determine how long these operations will last.”
Kremlin spokesman Dmtriy Peskov spoke for the first time since Russia launched military action in Ukraine. “Putin will determine the process,” Peskov said.
“It is impossible to close a country like Russia behind an iron curtain. Russian President Vladimir Putin will determine the course of the process.”
Kremlin spokesman Peskov said they could meet with the Ukrainian government under “certain conditions.” If the Ukrainian government is ready to talk about it,” he said.
