Russia's Foreign Ministry met with French, British, and German ambassadors to discuss the Ukraine crisis, criticizing their countries' policies and outlining Russia's approach to a political settlement. European leaders reportedly seek US support for peace talks.
Russia-US postal services have resumed, with the first batch of parcels arriving from the US to Russia. Deliveries are being made via transit flights through third countries, as direct services were suspended due to sanctions imposed on Russia over the Ukraine crisis.
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov stated that a final resolution to the Ukraine crisis will be achieved through compromise, emphasizing that Russia's interests are legitimate and consistent with the UN Charter.
Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov stated China is ready to help resolve the Ukraine crisis and thanked Chinese counterparts. He also noted progress on the Power of Siberia-2 gas pipeline project, with final agreement not yet reached.
Russia warns of escalating NATO-Russia confrontation risks, citing nuclear capabilities and Kyiv's alleged plans for attacks from Latvia. Moscow questions Washington's stance amid NATO's actions.
Commenting on the Ukraine crisis, the Hungarian PM said that Brussels viewed Ukraine as "the first line of European defense" where pan-European interests were currently being defended
