Lavrov recalled the ability of the Russian Federation to provide defense capability

Russia has a way to ensure its defense capability. This was announced by Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov on Monday, April 14.

"We know how to ensure the defense capability of our state in case the strategic situation in the world does not change," he said in an interview with the Kommersant newspaper.

In addition, the Russian Foreign Minister noted that in the doctrinal documents of the United States and NATO continue to call Russia an enemy.

Lavrov also clarified that the country would no longer be involved in an arms race, as previously stated by Russian President Vladimir Putin.

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On the same day, the diplomat said that Russia was not "begging" anyone for the lifting of anti-Russian sanctions. Lavrov noted that Russia should not become dependent on other countries in critical areas, even if trade restrictions are lifted.