Published on, Sept. 26 -- September 26, 2025 4:06 PM

Russia's Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov accused NATO and the European Union of waging a "real war" against his country through their support for Ukraine, during a fiery address at the United Nations. Speaking at a G20 foreign ministers' meeting, Lavrov argued that Western actions had directly escalated the conflict, marking one of Moscow's strongest statements inside the UN in recent months.

His remarks came just two days after President Donald Trump signaled a tougher stance on Moscow, praising Ukraine's resilience and urging NATO allies to shoot down Russian jets violating their airspace. This shift in Washington's rhetoric has been closely watched in Europe, where tensions have gro...