Russia
Lavrov urges US to engage adversaries via diplomacy
Thursday, 16 April 2026 at 10:24 UTC · 1 source
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has publicly urged the United States to engage in diplomacy with governments it opposes. He stated that no country has ever refused dialogue with the U.S. and emphasized the importance of using diplomatic channels first. The comments appear to be a direct appeal to the Trump administration to prioritize talks over confrontation with rival states. This message comes amid ongoing tensions between Russia and the West over multiple global conflicts.
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Cycle: Thursday, 16 April 2026 at 10:24 UTC · First reported: 13h ago