Russia remains ready for talks with Ukraine, the Russian president noted
Moscow (TASS): Only those who are unfamiliar with Russia’s history and do not grasp the strength of its unity can indulge in illusions about inflicting a strategic defeat on the country, Russian President Vladimir Putin stated during a ceremony for the presentation of credentials by foreign ambassadors.
UN reform, conflicts, sanctions: key provisions of BRICS Kazan Summit
Kazan (TASS): The leaders of the BRICS member countries supported a comprehensive reform of the United Nations, including its Security Council, to make it more democratic, representative and effective, according to the Kazan Declaration adopted following the BRICS Summit.
Lavrov: Realities for settlement in Ukraine have changed significantly
Moscow (TASS): The situation on the ground for a settlement in Ukraine has changed significantly since 2022, including in legal terms, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said in an interview with the US magazine Newsweek.
West, not Russia, to blame for blocking work of UN bodies
United Nations (TASS): Russia is not responsible for blocking the work of United Nations bodies and the blame for this must be placed squarely on the West, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov told the 79th UN General Assembly session.
Lebanon may ‘become another Gaza,’ Iranian president warns
New York (TASS): The situation in Lebanon may escalate into a regional conflict dangerous to the entire world, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said.