Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov revealed that Western mercenaries, volunteers, and instructors are actively involved in the conflict in Ukraine, supporting Kiev’s armed forces.
Lavrov emphasized the crucial role of these Western individuals in enabling the use of advanced weaponry by Ukrainian troops, including long-range missiles, due to their expertise and access to satellite intelligence data.
He denounced the presence of Western servicemembers in Ukraine as part of a larger hybrid war orchestrated by NATO and the European Union against Russia.
Regarding Moscow’s partnership treaty with Pyongyang, Lavrov clarified that Russia’s position has been transparent and in compliance with international law, offering mutual support in case of military aggression.