Sergei Lavrov

Russia says it's seeing unprecedented escalation of tensions between US and Iran

Lavrov warns that any new US strike on Iran could have serious consequences, urging restraint and diplomacy amid rising tensions and ongoing talks to resolve the nuclear standoff.

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov speaks during a press conference in Moscow, February 6, 2026; illustrative.
Russian Lieutenant General Vladimir Alexeyev speaks after the ceremony of signing contracts between the Russian Defence Ministry and commanders of volunteer units participating in the Russia-Ukraine military conflict, at an unknown location, in this still image from video released on June 14, 2023.

FSB says suspect in Moscow GRU deputy shooting detained in Dubai

Russia's President Vladimir Putin takes part in a ceremony to present Gold Star medals to service members, who were involved in the country's military campaign in Ukraine and awarded the title of Hero of Russia, in Moscow, Russia, December 17, 2025.

Russia vows response after claim Ukraine targeted Putin's residence to alter Moscow's negotiations

People attend the funeral of Ruslan Filipenko, 22, Artur Baranets, 22, and Oleksii Yashchenko, 21, who voluntarily joined local Territorial Defense unit and were killed in March 2, 2022, after they were recently identified by DNA analysis, amid Russia's attack on Ukraine, in the town of Irpin, Kyiv

What is in the US-backed peace plan that Ukraine is set to agree to? – explainer


Salehi: Iran nuclear talks on right track

Speaking with Russian FM, Iranian foreign minister says overall he is optimistic about final outcome of nuclear talks.

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Does anyone really want a deal?

Washington watch: Russian FM got it partially right when said America’s Congress, not president, is blocking compromise on Iran.

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'Ceasefire should coincide with monitors' arrival'

Syrian FM accuses rebels of escalations, says Damascus has withdrawn "some troops from some provinces."

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Syria; violence spills into Lebanon

Most deaths occur in central Homs province, flashpoint region for opposition, gov't battles; several shells hit Lebanese village.

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France: Compromise with Russia on Syria possible

After meeting with Russia's Lavrov, Juppe says France won't accept status quo long term, ready to work on new resolution.

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Homs under assault, Russia unbending on Syria

Pro-Assad militia kills three families, 47 dead overnight in Homs, say activists; Putin warns against intervention.

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Assad's forces kill at least 47 in Homs shelling

A day after parlay with Russian FM in which Syrian president claims to want peace, rockets fired into opposition districts.

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Attacks in Syria's Homs resume after Russian foray

Tanks, soldiers reported pushing deep into Homs, where over 100 people have been killed in military bombardments in recent days.

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Key Quartet meeting put off by a month

Some say delay related to regional upheaval, others to PM’s need for more time to develop diplomatic initiative.

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Wikileaks: Russia sees Lieberman as 'one of their own'

During 2009 visit to Moscow, FM bonds with Russians; tells Sergei Lavrov that Israel not planning military strike on Iran.

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