Key takeaways from Lavrov's statement:
The "Respite" Accusation: Lavrov claimed Zelensky and the West want a ceasefire only to buy time. He noted Zelensky would even hold elections if given two months to rearm via Europe.
Reaction to Trump: Lavrov characterized Zelensky’s surprise at Donald Trump’s statements as feigned, accusing Kyiv of exploiting any public initiative to secure a pause "by fair means or foul."
No Pause: Lavrov stated Russia will not buy into promises and won't grant a respite.
SMO Goals: The "special military operation" will continue with unchanged objectives, contrasting Russia's stance with the "zigzags and vacillations" of Kyiv and Europe.
"We have nothing to justify to anyone," Lavrov concluded.
➡️ Additionally, Russian Kremlin spokesman Peshkov outlines Moscow’s position on Ukrainian elections:
«In reality, they do not want to hold elections in Kyiv. [...] And they need a 60-day ceasefire not for elections, but to gather their strength, heal their wounds and continue the war.
[...] The President has already spoken about this, but in this case I can say on his behalf with full responsibility that if they really want to hold elections in Kyiv, the President of the Russian Federation will be ready to instruct that no strikes be carried out against Ukraine on election day. Precisely on election day.»
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