Russia Reports Rubio Initiating Systematic Counterattack Against Ukraine
The Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced that Foreign Minister Lavrov had spoken with U.S. Secretary of State Rubio. Lavrov formally informed the U.S. side that, in response to "terrorist attacks launched by the Kyiv regime against Russian civilians and civilian infrastructure," Russia has begun systematic strikes targeting Ukrainian military facilities and decision-making centers in Kyiv.
Lavrov reminded the U.S. of the statement issued by the Russian Foreign Ministry on May 25, urging the U.S. and other countries maintaining representative offices in Kyiv to arrange the evacuation of their diplomatic personnel and other citizens from Ukraine's capital.
The Russian foreign minister also referenced the Ukraine-related agreement reached during the Anchorage Summit in August 2025, expressing regret over how "reckless actions by European elites and Ukraine" have undermined these solution mechanisms based on a balance of interests.
Both sides also exchanged views on issues including the crisis in the Strait of Hormuz and developments around Cuba. Lavrov and Rubio confirmed that despite existing differences, they would continue working together to promote the normalization of diplomatic mission working conditions between Russia and the United States.
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