Lavrov Accuses West of Complicity in Ukrainian Drone Attacks

Ukraine Counteroffensive: Lavrov's Account of Drone Attacks and Accusations Against European Nations Moscow, May 24, 2025 - Russian Foreign Minister Serguei Lavrov released a statement today detailing a large-scale Ukrainian drone attack between May 20th and 23rd. The attack involved 788 drones targeting non-military sites and civilians within Russia. Lavrov stated, "All attacks were repelled," but acknowledged casualties resulting from the offensive. He directly accused several European countries of supporting what he termed "Ukrainian Nazis," citing their aid as the direct cause of the attacks. Lavrov specifically named the United Kingdom, France, Germany, and the European Union leadership. He further characterized the attack as an attempt to sabotage peace talks initiated in Istanbul through an agreement between Presidents Putin and Trump, which included a prisoner exchange. The video statement underscores the escalating tensions and complexities of the ongoing conflict.