Lavrov’s UN press conference Vremya’s diplomatic account

Sep 26

Vremya reports Lavrov’s post-speech press conference, where he blames Ukraine and Europe for failed negotiations and says Moscow remains ready to return to the Anchorage understandings. He describes an earlier meeting with Guterres, comparing Greenland and Ukraine and alleging UN double standards. The programme discusses the forthcoming Secretary-General selection. Lavrov’s claims about talks and Guterres’s replies remain his account, distinguished from an independently verified agreement or endorsement.

Lavrov stresses 'fully' when asked whether Russia supports none of the candidates, says several are worthy and says contacts continue. He favors impartial administration under the Charter and regional rotation toward Latin America, saying suitable candidates include the two women mentioned in the question. No final endorsement or blanket veto is announced; one candidate's name in the transcript remains unclear. A Vremya retelling describes the lack of full support.