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🇷🇺🇺🇳 Permanent Mission of the Russian Federation to the UN:
🎙 Remarks to the press by Permanent Representative Vassily Nebenzia with regard to the attack by Ukrainian forces against Belgorod, Russia (February 19, 2024)
💬 Vassily Nebenzia: Facing massive failures in the battlefield (namely the recent loss of a strategic town of Avdeevka), the Kiev regime is trying to make up by intensifying its terrorist attacks against civilians.
During the day on February 15, they launched another massive attack on peaceful areas of Belgorod. Seven people died, including a newborn. 19 local residents, four of whom were children, were injured.
According to the Russian Ministry of Defense, on the same day, air defense systems destroyed 14 Ukrainian Vampire Missile System shells over the territory of the Belgorod region.
❗️ This strike makes no sense from the military point of view. The military infrastructure was not located in the immediate vicinity of the shelling. Instead, rockets were launched on innocent people in a premeditated act of terror.
We call on the UN Secretariat and the agencies to condemn these heinous crimes against civilians and civilian infrastructure carried out by the Kiev regime in violation of the international humanitarian law.
Yet another terrorist attack by the Ukrainian armed forces against the city of Belgorod has once again highlighted the criminal role of the West led by the US, which continues to send the deadly weapons to the Kiev regime and thus is an accomplice in all its crimes. These weapons are used in a mass and indiscriminate killing of civilians.
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❌ Hypocrisy and cynicism of Western states become even more evident since they directly violate all the international agreements and commitments regarding the transfer of weapons and military equipment they are a party to.
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🎙 Remarks to the press by Permanent Representative Vassily Nebenzia with regard to the attack by Ukrainian forces against Belgorod, Russia (February 19, 2024)
💬 Vassily Nebenzia: Facing massive failures in the battlefield (namely the recent loss of a strategic town of Avdeevka), the Kiev regime is trying to make up by intensifying its terrorist attacks against civilians.
During the day on February 15, they launched another massive attack on peaceful areas of Belgorod. Seven people died, including a newborn. 19 local residents, four of whom were children, were injured.
According to the Russian Ministry of Defense, on the same day, air defense systems destroyed 14 Ukrainian Vampire Missile System shells over the territory of the Belgorod region.
❗️ This strike makes no sense from the military point of view. The military infrastructure was not located in the immediate vicinity of the shelling. Instead, rockets were launched on innocent people in a premeditated act of terror.
We call on the UN Secretariat and the agencies to condemn these heinous crimes against civilians and civilian infrastructure carried out by the Kiev regime in violation of the international humanitarian law.
Yet another terrorist attack by the Ukrainian armed forces against the city of Belgorod has once again highlighted the criminal role of the West led by the US, which continues to send the deadly weapons to the Kiev regime and thus is an accomplice in all its crimes. These weapons are used in a mass and indiscriminate killing of civilians.
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❌ Hypocrisy and cynicism of Western states become even more evident since they directly violate all the international agreements and commitments regarding the transfer of weapons and military equipment they are a party to.
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🇷🇺🇨🇺 On February 19, Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov paid a visit to the Republic of Cuba as part of his trip to the Latin American region.
He was received by the President of the Republic of Cuba Miguel Díaz-Canel Bermudez and held talks with Cuban Minister of Foreign Affairs Bruno Rodríguez.
During the meetings, which took place in a traditionally friendly and constructive atmosphere, the Sides had a substantive exchange of views on cooperation in politics, trade and the economy, culture and the humanitarian field.
📈 They noted the key achievements of the two countries over the past year in the material sphere, which will help Russian economic operators to play a more active role in the implementation of Cuba's large-scale plans for socio-economic development until 2030.
The Parties had a detailed discussion on the parameters for strengthening close coordination between Russia and Cuba in the global arena and on regional platforms. They confirmed mutual willingness to fully strengthen the Russian-Cuban strategic partnership.
🤝 The Officials noted that their approach had not changed regarding the categorical unacceptability of unilateral illegitimate restrictive measures, and the desire to jointly advance in building a multipolar world based on genuine equality of states, respect for mutual interests and fundamental principles and standards of international law.
☝️ The Russian Side reaffirmed its unwavering support for Havana in its just demand for the complete and immediate lifting of the US embargo and the removal of the country from the US State Department's list of states sponsors of terrorism.
#RussiaCuba
He was received by the President of the Republic of Cuba Miguel Díaz-Canel Bermudez and held talks with Cuban Minister of Foreign Affairs Bruno Rodríguez.
During the meetings, which took place in a traditionally friendly and constructive atmosphere, the Sides had a substantive exchange of views on cooperation in politics, trade and the economy, culture and the humanitarian field.
📈 They noted the key achievements of the two countries over the past year in the material sphere, which will help Russian economic operators to play a more active role in the implementation of Cuba's large-scale plans for socio-economic development until 2030.
The Parties had a detailed discussion on the parameters for strengthening close coordination between Russia and Cuba in the global arena and on regional platforms. They confirmed mutual willingness to fully strengthen the Russian-Cuban strategic partnership.
🤝 The Officials noted that their approach had not changed regarding the categorical unacceptability of unilateral illegitimate restrictive measures, and the desire to jointly advance in building a multipolar world based on genuine equality of states, respect for mutual interests and fundamental principles and standards of international law.
☝️ The Russian Side reaffirmed its unwavering support for Havana in its just demand for the complete and immediate lifting of the US embargo and the removal of the country from the US State Department's list of states sponsors of terrorism.
#RussiaCuba
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🎙 Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov’s opening remarks during talks with Cuban Foreign Minister Bruno Rodriguez (Havana, February 19, 2024)
💬 Sergey Lavrov: I would like to begin by thanking you for your traditional hospitality, as is customary between our countries. <...>
In September 2023, you and I met in New York on the sidelines of the 78th Session of the UN General Assembly. As always, we had a trust-based exchange concerning the unprecedented processes unfolding in the international arena, when the realities of the multi-polar world, objectively shaped and reflecting the unstoppable course of history, are not just being tested, but are eliciting an aggressive response from the US and other Global Minority countries. These countries are using every available avenue to preserve their dominance, hegemony and control. The means used by the American and other Western policymakers to get there include blackmail, ultimatums, threats, heavy-handed military force, and sanctions rather than diplomacy.
Cuba has firsthand experience of the unlawful pressure and total embargo that the US continues to enforce as a supposed legitimate course of action. Although the rest of the international community finds it intolerable, Washington persists in its actions.
We have global tasks at hand, including the mobilisation of the Global Majority to uphold their legitimate rights. We are working on it actively within the Group of Friends in Defence of the UN Charter established in 2021. The interest in this Group is steadily increasing. We will work to safeguard the fundamental principles of the UN Charter against attempts to rewrite international law and replace it with obscure rules.
☝️ The Charter explicitly states that the UN is based on the sovereign equality of states. It is imperative that we hold our Western colleagues accountable, as they have long ago disregarded that principle and continue to go about their affairs the way they did in colonial times.
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🇷🇺🇨🇺 #RussiaCuba
💬 Sergey Lavrov: I would like to begin by thanking you for your traditional hospitality, as is customary between our countries. <...>
In September 2023, you and I met in New York on the sidelines of the 78th Session of the UN General Assembly. As always, we had a trust-based exchange concerning the unprecedented processes unfolding in the international arena, when the realities of the multi-polar world, objectively shaped and reflecting the unstoppable course of history, are not just being tested, but are eliciting an aggressive response from the US and other Global Minority countries. These countries are using every available avenue to preserve their dominance, hegemony and control. The means used by the American and other Western policymakers to get there include blackmail, ultimatums, threats, heavy-handed military force, and sanctions rather than diplomacy.
Cuba has firsthand experience of the unlawful pressure and total embargo that the US continues to enforce as a supposed legitimate course of action. Although the rest of the international community finds it intolerable, Washington persists in its actions.
We have global tasks at hand, including the mobilisation of the Global Majority to uphold their legitimate rights. We are working on it actively within the Group of Friends in Defence of the UN Charter established in 2021. The interest in this Group is steadily increasing. We will work to safeguard the fundamental principles of the UN Charter against attempts to rewrite international law and replace it with obscure rules.
☝️ The Charter explicitly states that the UN is based on the sovereign equality of states. It is imperative that we hold our Western colleagues accountable, as they have long ago disregarded that principle and continue to go about their affairs the way they did in colonial times.
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🇷🇺🇨🇺 #RussiaCuba
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🇷🇺🇻🇪 On Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov’s visit to the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela
On February 20, Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov will visit Venezuela.
During the visit, he will:
• meet with President of the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela Nicolás Maduro,
• Executive Vice President Delcy Rodríguez,
• hold talks with Foreign Minister Yván Gil.
The Parties will discuss key issues of bilateral cooperation and interaction on the global stage, as well as regional and global developments.
🤝 Venezuela is Russia’s strategic partner and ally. These bilateral relations, based on strong friendship and solidarity, are on the rise and are actively developing in all key areas.
The political dialogue between Russia and Venezuela is very intensive. Last year, President Vladimir Putin and President Nicolás Maduro had two telephone conversations (on May 4 and December 21). Security Council Secretary Nikolai Patrushev and Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov visited Caracas on February 28 and on April 18, respectively. Executive Vice President and Minister of the Economy, Finance and Foreign Trade Delcy Rodríguez visited Moscow on October 11-13, President of the National Assembly of Venezuela Jorge Rodríguez on September 29 – October 3, and Foreign Minister Yván Gil on November 15-17.
At various multilateral platforms, Russia and Venezuela consistently support the establishment of a more equitable multi-polar world order.
Moscow and Caracas share a unanimous stance on the unacceptability of interfering in internal affairs and using unilateral coercive measures as instruments of pressure.
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☝️ Russia will continue to provide all possible assistance to the government and people of Venezuela as regards protecting their national sovereignty and right to choose their own development path, including as a country that helps maintain national dialogue among the political forces in Venezuela.
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#RussiaVenezuela
On February 20, Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov will visit Venezuela.
During the visit, he will:
• meet with President of the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela Nicolás Maduro,
• Executive Vice President Delcy Rodríguez,
• hold talks with Foreign Minister Yván Gil.
The Parties will discuss key issues of bilateral cooperation and interaction on the global stage, as well as regional and global developments.
🤝 Venezuela is Russia’s strategic partner and ally. These bilateral relations, based on strong friendship and solidarity, are on the rise and are actively developing in all key areas.
The political dialogue between Russia and Venezuela is very intensive. Last year, President Vladimir Putin and President Nicolás Maduro had two telephone conversations (on May 4 and December 21). Security Council Secretary Nikolai Patrushev and Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov visited Caracas on February 28 and on April 18, respectively. Executive Vice President and Minister of the Economy, Finance and Foreign Trade Delcy Rodríguez visited Moscow on October 11-13, President of the National Assembly of Venezuela Jorge Rodríguez on September 29 – October 3, and Foreign Minister Yván Gil on November 15-17.
At various multilateral platforms, Russia and Venezuela consistently support the establishment of a more equitable multi-polar world order.
Moscow and Caracas share a unanimous stance on the unacceptability of interfering in internal affairs and using unilateral coercive measures as instruments of pressure.
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☝️ Russia will continue to provide all possible assistance to the government and people of Venezuela as regards protecting their national sovereignty and right to choose their own development path, including as a country that helps maintain national dialogue among the political forces in Venezuela.
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#RussiaVenezuela
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🇷🇺 Russia's Arms Control Delegation in Vienna:
❗️ Commentary on the 10th anniversary of the Euromaidan events
💬 10 years ago, the Euromaidan with the participation of the West reached its apex.
Provocateurs trained by American and European instructors led people to protests under the slogans of a "better European" life.
After clashes in the centre of Kiev on February 18-19, 2014, former Ukrainian President Yanukovych and the opposition agreed on a "ceasefire". In parallel, the bloody events were forced by Euromaidan activists.
The office of the Prosecutor-General of Ukraine admitted that there were no Russian snipers on the Maidan.
The February 21 agreement on resolving the political crisis in Ukraine between President Yanukovych and the opposition was trampled on, and its guarantors - Germany, Poland and France - did nothing to stop the tragic development of events. 10 years later, they figure among the main sponsors of the Kiev regime.
🎞 The documentary video "History of Tragedy" reveals the essence of the events of Euromaidan.
❗️ Commentary on the 10th anniversary of the Euromaidan events
💬 10 years ago, the Euromaidan with the participation of the West reached its apex.
Provocateurs trained by American and European instructors led people to protests under the slogans of a "better European" life.
After clashes in the centre of Kiev on February 18-19, 2014, former Ukrainian President Yanukovych and the opposition agreed on a "ceasefire". In parallel, the bloody events were forced by Euromaidan activists.
The office of the Prosecutor-General of Ukraine admitted that there were no Russian snipers on the Maidan.
The February 21 agreement on resolving the political crisis in Ukraine between President Yanukovych and the opposition was trampled on, and its guarantors - Germany, Poland and France - did nothing to stop the tragic development of events. 10 years later, they figure among the main sponsors of the Kiev regime.
🎞 The documentary video "History of Tragedy" reveals the essence of the events of Euromaidan.
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🇷🇺🇻🇪 Russia’s Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov and Minister of Foreign Affairs of Venezuela Yvan Gil hold talks.
📍 Caracas, February 20, 2024
#RussiaVenezuela
📍 Caracas, February 20, 2024
#RussiaVenezuela
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🇷🇺🇧🇷 Russia’s Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov arrives in Brazil to take part in the G20 Foreign Ministers’ Meeting
📍 Rio de Janeiro, February 21, 2024
📍 Rio de Janeiro, February 21, 2024
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🇷🇺🇺🇳 Permanent Mission of the Russian Federation to the UN:
🎙 Explanation of vote by Permanent Representative Vassily Nebenzia during UNSC voting on the situation in Gaza (February 20, 2024)
Before the vote on the Algerian draft:
💬 On October 16, 2023, when Russia proposed the very first draft resolution calling for a ceasefire, the number of Palestinian casualties was about 1,000. At that time, the Western delegations in the Council chose to abstain en masse in order not to incur the wrath of Washington.
❗️More than 28,000 deaths that occurred since then were the price of that first shameful inaction, the collective irresponsibility of Western delegations to the Security Council, whose NATO solidarity outweighs any national declarations of commitment to international humanitarian law and the protection of civilians and humanitarian personnel.
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On behalf of the Arab Group, the delegation of Algeria proposed a solid, well-balanced draft resolution centered around the long-awaited ceasefire. <…> However, the US delegation issued an ultimatum from the outset, demanding that work on the document be halted.
👉 I call on the members of the Council to demonstrate solidarity in confronting the arbitrariness of Washington, who is ready to make any sacrifice in any region in pursuit of its geopolitical ambitions.
Remarks following the vote:
💬 Today we have seen yet another black page in the history of the UN Security Council. It was written again by the US delegation, whose goal remains unchanged – to cover for its closest Middle Eastern ally and drag out time for as long as possible so that it can complete its inhumane plans for Gaza, namely to expel the Palestinians from the Strip and completely "clean up" the enclave, literally turning it into an uninhabited land.
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☝️ However bitter the "aftertaste" of today's vote may be, we are in no mood to give up. The UNSC's demand to the parties for an immediate ceasefire remains an imperative. Without it, any "product" of the Council will be meaningless.
🎙 Explanation of vote by Permanent Representative Vassily Nebenzia during UNSC voting on the situation in Gaza (February 20, 2024)
Before the vote on the Algerian draft:
💬 On October 16, 2023, when Russia proposed the very first draft resolution calling for a ceasefire, the number of Palestinian casualties was about 1,000. At that time, the Western delegations in the Council chose to abstain en masse in order not to incur the wrath of Washington.
❗️More than 28,000 deaths that occurred since then were the price of that first shameful inaction, the collective irresponsibility of Western delegations to the Security Council, whose NATO solidarity outweighs any national declarations of commitment to international humanitarian law and the protection of civilians and humanitarian personnel.
<…>
On behalf of the Arab Group, the delegation of Algeria proposed a solid, well-balanced draft resolution centered around the long-awaited ceasefire. <…> However, the US delegation issued an ultimatum from the outset, demanding that work on the document be halted.
👉 I call on the members of the Council to demonstrate solidarity in confronting the arbitrariness of Washington, who is ready to make any sacrifice in any region in pursuit of its geopolitical ambitions.
Remarks following the vote:
💬 Today we have seen yet another black page in the history of the UN Security Council. It was written again by the US delegation, whose goal remains unchanged – to cover for its closest Middle Eastern ally and drag out time for as long as possible so that it can complete its inhumane plans for Gaza, namely to expel the Palestinians from the Strip and completely "clean up" the enclave, literally turning it into an uninhabited land.
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☝️ However bitter the "aftertaste" of today's vote may be, we are in no mood to give up. The UNSC's demand to the parties for an immediate ceasefire remains an imperative. Without it, any "product" of the Council will be meaningless.
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💬 Russian MFA Spokeswoman Maria #Zakharova:
I read the South Korean Foreign Ministry’s comment regarding “Russian cars in the DPRK.”
If Seoul has questions about “compliance with UN sanctions” on the DPRK, then it should contact the UN Security Council Sanctions Committee instead of running to the microphones. By the way, the whole committee should also discuss the over 12,000 illegal sanctions against Russia and the West’s sanctions wars that are killing international law.
It would also be interesting to know what pressure Washington is putting on Seoul to disrupt lawfully existing trade relations with other countries.
I think these advocates of purity in international law should be asked what damage the illegal sanctions are causing to people around the world when they cannot access food, medicine, and vaccines because of the Western sanctions wars.
I read the South Korean Foreign Ministry’s comment regarding “Russian cars in the DPRK.”
If Seoul has questions about “compliance with UN sanctions” on the DPRK, then it should contact the UN Security Council Sanctions Committee instead of running to the microphones. By the way, the whole committee should also discuss the over 12,000 illegal sanctions against Russia and the West’s sanctions wars that are killing international law.
It would also be interesting to know what pressure Washington is putting on Seoul to disrupt lawfully existing trade relations with other countries.
I think these advocates of purity in international law should be asked what damage the illegal sanctions are causing to people around the world when they cannot access food, medicine, and vaccines because of the Western sanctions wars.
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📰 Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov’s interview with the Brazilian newspaper O Globo (February 21, 2024)
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#G20
It became clear that relying on just one centre of economic power is not a viable approach and most recently the G20 has engaged in a dialogue to reform and to restore the functionality of global economic institutions.
The positive dynamics of this forum are largely attributable to the fact that emerging markets are acting independently and insisting on fair consideration of their interests.
☝️ It is important for the G20 countries to commit to not weaponise the economy and to not engage in unfair competition.
#BRICS
🌐 Strengthening the potential and role of BRICS in international affairs is our priority.
BRICS members represent different economic and political systems, religions, and macro-regions and are able to work together as equal partners. Its international standing is steadily growing.
#Ukraine
❗️The root causes of the Ukraine crisis need to be eliminated if we want to achieve a sustainable and fair settlement. The West must stop supplying weapons to Ukraine, and Kiev must stop hostilities.
Ukraine should reinstate its neutral, non-aligned, and non-nuclear status and ensure the rights and freedoms of its citizens. It is critical that the basis be the new territorial realities and the situation on the ground.
#RussiaUS
👉 The ruling elite of the US views Russia as an adversary and a threat regardless of its party affiliation. The former president did nothing to improve Russia-US relations during his four-year stint in the White House.
We have no illusions and do not expect the anti-Russian course of the US to change in the foreseeable future. We are prepared to work with any leader who wins the American people’s trust. What matters to us is not specific political figures, but their policies towards Russia. President Putin made that clear recently in his televised interview.
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#G20
It became clear that relying on just one centre of economic power is not a viable approach and most recently the G20 has engaged in a dialogue to reform and to restore the functionality of global economic institutions.
The positive dynamics of this forum are largely attributable to the fact that emerging markets are acting independently and insisting on fair consideration of their interests.
☝️ It is important for the G20 countries to commit to not weaponise the economy and to not engage in unfair competition.
#BRICS
🌐 Strengthening the potential and role of BRICS in international affairs is our priority.
BRICS members represent different economic and political systems, religions, and macro-regions and are able to work together as equal partners. Its international standing is steadily growing.
#Ukraine
❗️The root causes of the Ukraine crisis need to be eliminated if we want to achieve a sustainable and fair settlement. The West must stop supplying weapons to Ukraine, and Kiev must stop hostilities.
Ukraine should reinstate its neutral, non-aligned, and non-nuclear status and ensure the rights and freedoms of its citizens. It is critical that the basis be the new territorial realities and the situation on the ground.
#RussiaUS
👉 The ruling elite of the US views Russia as an adversary and a threat regardless of its party affiliation. The former president did nothing to improve Russia-US relations during his four-year stint in the White House.
We have no illusions and do not expect the anti-Russian course of the US to change in the foreseeable future. We are prepared to work with any leader who wins the American people’s trust. What matters to us is not specific political figures, but their policies towards Russia. President Putin made that clear recently in his televised interview.
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🎙 Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov’s opening remarks during talks with Foreign Minister of the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela Yvan Gil (Caracas, February 20, 2024)
💬 Three days ago, we celebrated the 167th Anniversary of our bilateral relations. This is an impressive milestone. I congratulate all of us on this significant occasion.
Throughout this time, our relations have evolved into a stable strategic partnership and a true friendship. We support each other on the international stage in our efforts to promote justice and democracy in global affairs.
We cooperate within the Group of Friends in Defence of the UN Charter, established at the initiative of the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela. Our work has had a galvanising effect on all the countries seeking to assert their identity and avoid being adversely affected by Western policies that still rely on neo-colonial practices.
💬 Three days ago, we celebrated the 167th Anniversary of our bilateral relations. This is an impressive milestone. I congratulate all of us on this significant occasion.
Throughout this time, our relations have evolved into a stable strategic partnership and a true friendship. We support each other on the international stage in our efforts to promote justice and democracy in global affairs.
We cooperate within the Group of Friends in Defence of the UN Charter, established at the initiative of the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela. Our work has had a galvanising effect on all the countries seeking to assert their identity and avoid being adversely affected by Western policies that still rely on neo-colonial practices.
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#InMemoryOfDiplomats
📅 Today outstanding Russian diplomat Vitaly Churkin would have turned 72.
He devoted his life to defending our country’s interests on the global stage, navigating a storied career path from the translation department of the USSR Ministry of Foreign Affairs to Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation. Over the years, he headed our country’s diplomatic missions in Chile, Belgium and Canada. He successfully conducted challenging negotiations within the Arctic Council on cooperation in the Arctic.
🎙In 1991-92, Vitaly Churkin served as Head of the Information Department of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the USSR, then the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Russia. He pioneered the practice of conducting regular open briefings for foreign journalists, marking a historic milestone in Russian diplomatic communication.
As a special Presidential representative in the Balkans, Churkin made a significant contribution to the settlement of conflicts in the former Yugoslavia. Notably, he served as a mediator in negotiations that stopped the NATO airstrikes and proposed the deployment of Russian military units to Sarajevo, which later formed a UN battalion.
🇺🇳The high point of Churkin’s diplomatic career was his tenure as Russia’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations, a post he held for 11 years. Renowned for his extensive knowledge and adept humour, Churkin fostered and sustained good relations with his colleagues from other countries.
✍️ Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov in his foreword to Vitaly Churkin’s memoirs, Lost in Translation: Vitaly Churkin was respected even by those foreign partners who did not always share Russia’s approaches to the key problems of our time. For example, one US Ambassador to the United Nations referred to him as “formidable as a foe, caring as a friend and fierce as a defender of Russia, the country he adored and strived to make proud.”
📅 Today outstanding Russian diplomat Vitaly Churkin would have turned 72.
He devoted his life to defending our country’s interests on the global stage, navigating a storied career path from the translation department of the USSR Ministry of Foreign Affairs to Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation. Over the years, he headed our country’s diplomatic missions in Chile, Belgium and Canada. He successfully conducted challenging negotiations within the Arctic Council on cooperation in the Arctic.
🎙In 1991-92, Vitaly Churkin served as Head of the Information Department of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the USSR, then the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Russia. He pioneered the practice of conducting regular open briefings for foreign journalists, marking a historic milestone in Russian diplomatic communication.
As a special Presidential representative in the Balkans, Churkin made a significant contribution to the settlement of conflicts in the former Yugoslavia. Notably, he served as a mediator in negotiations that stopped the NATO airstrikes and proposed the deployment of Russian military units to Sarajevo, which later formed a UN battalion.
🇺🇳The high point of Churkin’s diplomatic career was his tenure as Russia’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations, a post he held for 11 years. Renowned for his extensive knowledge and adept humour, Churkin fostered and sustained good relations with his colleagues from other countries.
✍️ Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov in his foreword to Vitaly Churkin’s memoirs, Lost in Translation: Vitaly Churkin was respected even by those foreign partners who did not always share Russia’s approaches to the key problems of our time. For example, one US Ambassador to the United Nations referred to him as “formidable as a foe, caring as a friend and fierce as a defender of Russia, the country he adored and strived to make proud.”
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🎙 Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov’s remarks and answers to media questions following talks with Foreign Minister of the Republic of Cuba Bruno Rodriguez Parrilla (Havana, February 19, 2024)
Key talking points:
🇷🇺🇨🇺 Cuba is our traditional partner and an important ally in Latin America and the Caribbean. We are happy with the constructive and intensive political dialogue between Russia and Cuba at all levels.
• Today, we reaffirmed our mutual interest in continuing to build up our trade, economic and investment cooperation. Our recent decisions have contributed to the development of a full-scale legal framework for interaction in the material sphere.
• We have noted our Cuban friends’ consistent and growing interest in cooperation with #BRICS. Russia, which holds the group’s rotating chairmanship this year, will encourage this intention.
• We expressed a high opinion of our bilateral interaction or more precisely the coordination of our actions on the international stage. We share a common view on respect for the UN Charter in its entirety and in the interconnection of its principles. We also agree on the importance of creating a fairer and more democratic world order based on the principle of the sovereign equality of states.
• We reaffirmed our resolve to continue to coordinate our actions in the Group of Friends in Defence of the UN Charter, above all when it comes to fighting dictate, neocolonial practices and unilateral sanctions.
• We also confirmed our strong condemnation of the illegal US trade, economic and financial blockade of Cuba.
❗️ We are firmly committed to the immediate termination of this shameful practice and demand that Cuba be removed from the American list of states that sponsor terrorism.
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Key talking points:
🇷🇺🇨🇺 Cuba is our traditional partner and an important ally in Latin America and the Caribbean. We are happy with the constructive and intensive political dialogue between Russia and Cuba at all levels.
• Today, we reaffirmed our mutual interest in continuing to build up our trade, economic and investment cooperation. Our recent decisions have contributed to the development of a full-scale legal framework for interaction in the material sphere.
• We have noted our Cuban friends’ consistent and growing interest in cooperation with #BRICS. Russia, which holds the group’s rotating chairmanship this year, will encourage this intention.
• We expressed a high opinion of our bilateral interaction or more precisely the coordination of our actions on the international stage. We share a common view on respect for the UN Charter in its entirety and in the interconnection of its principles. We also agree on the importance of creating a fairer and more democratic world order based on the principle of the sovereign equality of states.
• We reaffirmed our resolve to continue to coordinate our actions in the Group of Friends in Defence of the UN Charter, above all when it comes to fighting dictate, neocolonial practices and unilateral sanctions.
• We also confirmed our strong condemnation of the illegal US trade, economic and financial blockade of Cuba.
❗️ We are firmly committed to the immediate termination of this shameful practice and demand that Cuba be removed from the American list of states that sponsor terrorism.
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#RussiaCuba
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