We have no desire to continue a sanctions war, trading blows. Sergei Lavrov blowcontinuedesire Change image and share on social
When Colonel Gadhafi started using his air force against civilians on the ground, we did not hesitate. Then we supported the resolution of the Security Council, which introduced arms embargo for Libya. Sergei Lavrov airarmcivilian share on social
We believe that this is not right for a democracy to make revolutions the beacon of promoting democracy. Sergei Lavrov beacondemocracymake Change image and share on social
We are certain that Ukraine needs profound constitutional reform. In all fairness, we can't see any other way to ensure the stable development of Ukraine but to sign a federal agreement. Sergei Lavrov agreementconstitutionaldevelopment Change image and share on social
If you say that your national law allows you to do something, it is fine as long as you do this inside your own territory. As long as you go international, you really have to be sure that there is an international law which you respect and which you follow. Sergei Lavrov finefollowinside share on social
We are categorically against any new military nuclear power, be it Iran, be it North Korea, be it anyone. Sergei Lavrov categoricallyirankorea Change image and share on social
Russia has done more than any other country to support the independent Ukrainian state, including for many years subsidising its economy through low energy prices. Sergei Lavrov countryeconomyenergy Change image and share on social
We are convinced that the only way to resolve the Iranian nuclear issue is through negotiations. Sergei Lavrov convinceiranianissue Change image and share on social
Iran will be the most checked and inspected country if the principles agreed in Lausanne are transferred into the language of practical agreements. Sergei Lavrov agreeagreementcheck Change image and share on social
We still believe that if the Russian Federation and the United States bring their minds together, we can develop a common system which would be efficient in protecting the Euro-Atlantic region from threats coming outside this region. Sergei Lavrov atlanticbringcome share on social