Belarus· MinskLavrov and Ryzhenkov discuss Eurasian dialogue with EU in Minsk
Russian Foreign Minister Lavrov and Belarusian FM Maxim Ryzhenkov, speaking in Minsk, asserted that the EU will eventually be compelled to engage in Eurasian dialogue, emphasizing that self-isolation is not in Europe's best interest.
Background
Russia and Belarus, close allies, have faced international sanctions and diplomatic isolation from many Western nations, including the EU, following Russia's 2022 invasion of Ukraine. This has led both countries to seek alternative alliances and emphasize their own regional integration efforts.
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Lavrov and Ryzhenkov discuss Eurasian dialogue with EU in Minsk
First report 7h agoLast update 7h agoBoth Russian and Belarusian foreign ministers believe that the EU will eventually realize the benefits of engaging in a common Eurasian space and will be forced to negotiate.
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