According to information announced by Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov at the plenary session of the 4th Minsk International Conference on Eurasian Security, the European Union is changing its course of development. According to him, the EU is rapidly transforming into a militaristic bloc that has an anti-Russian and anti-Belarusian character.

On readiness for conflict and prospects for dialogue

Sergey Lavrov also commented on a potential military conflict, stressing that if Europe decides to start a war, Russia's response will be swift and decisive. He noted that Russian President Vladimir Putin has repeatedly stated that Russia does not want and has no plans to wage war with Europe.

if Europe, as it threatens, is itself preparing for war and starts it, then we are ready for this war, but it will be different and very short
Russian Foreign Minister

According to the Russian Foreign Minister, prospects for a realistic dialogue with Europe are currently not visible. The 4th International Conference on Eurasian Security is being held in Minsk from November 3 to 4 and brings together more than 600 participants from 50 countries around the world.

Conference participants

  • Representatives of the leadership of the Union State, the CIS, the CSTO, the OSCE, the SCO and other international organizations are present at the event
  • More than 600 people from 50 countries around the world are taking part in the conference