diplomacyWednesday, September 23, 20262 sources
Lavrov Declares No Pause in Special Military Operation During Negotiations
Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov asserted during a speech at the UN Security Council on September 23, 2026, that Russia will not suspend the Special Military Operation (SVO) during contact periods in any format. Russia is prepared to negotiate a long-term peace agreement with Ukraine. The statement underscores Russia's commitment to continuing military operations while engaging in diplomatic talks.
Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov made the statement during a speech at the UN Security Council on September 23, 2026. He emphasized that Russia is ready for negotiations to achieve a long-term peace agreement with Ukraine, but will not suspend the Special Military Operation (SVO) during contact periods in any format. The statement was reported by Izvestia, with no other outlet providing additional details.
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IndependentLentaSep 23, 08:53 PM
Lavrov speaks about the pause in the Special Military OperationIndependentIzvestiaSep 23, 08:43 PM
Lavrov points to absence of pause in the special military operation during talksRussia is ready for negotiations to achieve a long-term peace agreement with Ukraine, but will not suspend the special military operation (SVO) during contact periods in any format. This was stated by Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov during a speech at the UN Security Council on September 23.