In a recent statement, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has issued a stern warning to the United States, advising against crossing what Russia considers its “red lines” regarding the Ukraine conflict. Lavrov’s comments, reported by the state-owned TASS news agency, reflect heightened tensions between the two nations.
Lavrov indicated that the US has already crossed its own “red lines” by supplying arms to Ukraine. He described this action as a dangerous shift, suggesting that the US is losing its sense of mutual restraint with Russia.
The Foreign Minister emphasized that the boundaries Russia has set are not to be taken lightly. “They (the US) should understand that our red lines are nothing to fool with,” Lavrov stated, asserting that both countries are well aware of these limits.
Lavrov also referred to recent remarks by US National Security Council spokesman John Kirby. Kirby had warned that escalating support for Ukraine could potentially provoke a larger conflict, specifically a World War III scenario, which could devastate Europe.
Despite this, Lavrov expressed hope that Washington would consider the potential repercussions of its actions. “I am convinced that there are reasonable people with significant influence left there,” he said, hoping that US interests would be taken into account.
In contrast, Kirby mentioned that the US is open to any nation willing to contribute to resolving the conflict in Ukraine, provided it aligns with President Zelenskyy’s vision for peace.
Additionally, Russian President Vladimir Putin acknowledged India’s role in the conflict resolution efforts. He noted that India, along with China and Brazil, is among the key countries engaged in dialogue about the Ukraine situation. Putin’s comments followed Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Ukraine on August 23, where Modi emphasized the need for direct negotiations between Ukraine and Russia to end the war.
As global diplomacy continues, the international community watches closely to see how these tensions between Russia and the US will unfold and whether peaceful resolutions can be achieved.