Lavrov warns Europe of retaliation as Zelenskyy opens reconstruction talks with Trump officials

Fox News - WorldCenter-RightEN 3 min read 100% complete by Efrat LachterDecember 10, 2025 at 08:41 PM

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Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov warned Europe on Wednesday that Moscow will retaliate against troop deployments to Ukraine or seizure of Russian assets. Speaking before Russia's upper house of parliament, Lavrov stated Russia doesn't seek war but will respond to perceived Western escalation. He praised Donald Trump's approach to a potential settlement, while noting Trump is increasing sanctions. Simultaneously, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced the first formal meeting with senior Trump administration officials to discuss Ukraine's reconstruction. Trump mentioned discussing Ukraine with European leaders and delaying further action until receiving answers from them.

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Europe ×450% Ukraine ×560% Donald Trump ×370% Sergey Lavrov ×480%

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