Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov stated that Russia prefers to achieve the goals of its special military operation through diplomacy, emphasizing the need to guarantee security along its western borders and respect for its citizens' rights. He also deemed further Western expansion unacceptable, noting the article was canceled by Politico-Europe.
Donald Trump has suggested he may be the president to take direct military action against Cuba, escalating US rhetoric against the island's government. This follows charges against Raul Castro and amid Cuba's ongoing fuel and food crises.
Russian Defense Minister Andrey Belousov met with Iranian counterpart Brigadier General Talaei-Nik Reza in Bishkek on April 27, stating that Russia advocates for resolving the conflict in Iran through diplomatic means and supports Iran's sovereignty and territorial integrity. Belousov expressed confidence that Moscow and Tehran will continue to support each other under any development of the situation.
Senior diplomats from SCO member states convened in Moscow on April 24 to discuss the escalating conflict involving Iran, calling for political and diplomatic resolution. They expressed serious concern over US and Israel actions against Iran, an SCO member state, and stressed the need for a more representative, democratic, and fair multipolar world order with the UN playing a pivotal role. The consultations were chaired by Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Andrey Rudenko.
