Lavrov Issues Harsh Warning to NATO Countries in UNGA Speech Over Ukraine Tensions

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov delivered a stark warning to NATO countries during his address to the United Nations General Assembly, following US President Donald Trump's shift in tone on Ukraine, accusing Western nations of seeking to 'destroy' Russia and labeling them as 'aggressors.' Lavrov condemned what he called the 'aggressive expansion' of NATO into Eastern Europe. He also criticized Western sanctions against Russia and accused them of being aimed at weakening Moscow. The comments were seen as a significant escalation in tensions between Russia and the West.