Lavrov: West fights Russia through Ukraine, promotes Zelensky's 'terrorism'

On July 29, 2026, Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov delivered a series of statements accusing the entire Western world of waging war against Russia through Ukraine. He claimed the West is promoting Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky's 'terrorism' as a 'turning point' and hopes for Russia's collapse, while also attempting to turn people against the authorities.

Lavrov also said Russia's response to the West's ultimatum is a source of pride, and that the whole world is watching how the conflict in Ukraine will end. His remarks came as US senators advanced a sanctions bill targeting Russia, which would impose 100% tariffs on countries like India that continue buying Russian energy.