At the UN General Assembly, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov asserted that Moscow is open to negotiations to resolve the ongoing Ukraine conflict, provided that Russia’s security concerns and the rights of Russian-speaking populations in Ukraine are addressed. He criticized NATO’s eastward expansion as a primary cause of Russia’s security anxiety and dismissed claims of Russian airspace violations by Eastern European nations as provocations. Furthermore, Lavrov condemned Israel’s response to the recent Hamas attacks while advocating for Palestinian statehood recognition. He also criticized Western policies regarding Iran, particularly the U.S. strikes on its nuclear facilities, emphasizing the need for diplomatic solutions over coercive measures. This rhetoric underscores the tensions in international relations and highlights Russia’s desire to reshape the security dialogue in its favor amidst escalating geopolitical conflicts.