Sergueï Lavrov

Sergueï Lavrov is the current Minister of Foreign Affairs of Russia. He is newsworthy due to his prominent role in representing Russia's foreign policy, particularly amidst the ongoing war in Ukraine. Recent news highlights his interview on France 2, which drew criticism for being perceived as overly compliant and sparked reactions from geopolitical specialists and the Ukrainian ambassador. He stated that Vladimir Putin is open to dialogue and that Putin and Donald Trump have mutual respect. Furthermore, Lavrov's role is relevant in the context of alleged Russian influence operations in Africa, specifically in Chad, aimed at distancing the country from Western influence, as well as in the broader geopolitical landscape concerning Hungary's relationship with Russia.