Lavrov Warns Europe of 'Very Short War'

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said on September 16, 2026, that a war between Russia and Europe would be 'very short' and ruled out any return to previous relations, saying there would be 'no embraces.' He also accused Brussels of violating European Union rules in its policies toward Russia. Lavrov said Moscow hopes Europe has taken notice of his warning about 'another, very short war.' The remarks come amid heightened tensions between Russia and European countries.