Russia: Anti-Russia hysteria existed before Ukraine - Lavrov

01:25

Russia: Anti-Russia hysteria existed before Ukraine - Lavrov

Russian Federation, Moscow

April 24, 2014 at 03:18 GMT +00:00 · Published

Russia: Anti-Russia hysteria existed before Ukraine - Lavrov

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov spoke out against "the hysterical anti-Russia propaganda" that swept across EU and US media prior to the escalation of unrest in Ukraine, in Moscow on Thursday.

Making his comments during an introductory speech for the Global University Forum at the MGIMO University, Lavrov added that anti-Russian sentiment surrounding the lead up to Sochi predated Ukraine being "on the agenda". The Russian foreign minister also drew parallels between the Western perception that de-escalation in Ukraine depends on Russia singularly raising its voice, to similar standpoints on Syria and Iran. Lavrov said that though Russia is "flattered by this idea", the government favours joint efforts.

The Global University Forum in Moscow will be attended by leading professors and universities from across the world. This year's focus is on new mechanisms for stimulating economic development, forecasting and preventing global risks; international security; food security and the health system. Special sections are devoted to traditional subjects related to regional security.

Russia: Anti-Russia hysteria existed before Ukraine - Lavrov

01:25

No Account? Sign up!

Description

Russia: Anti-Russia hysteria existed before Ukraine - Lavrov

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov spoke out against "the hysterical anti-Russia propaganda" that swept across EU and US media prior to the escalation of unrest in Ukraine, in Moscow on Thursday.

Making his comments during an introductory speech for the Global University Forum at the MGIMO University, Lavrov added that anti-Russian sentiment surrounding the lead up to Sochi predated Ukraine being "on the agenda". The Russian foreign minister also drew parallels between the Western perception that de-escalation in Ukraine depends on Russia singularly raising its voice, to similar standpoints on Syria and Iran. Lavrov said that though Russia is "flattered by this idea", the government favours joint efforts.

The Global University Forum in Moscow will be attended by leading professors and universities from across the world. This year's focus is on new mechanisms for stimulating economic development, forecasting and preventing global risks; international security; food security and the health system. Special sections are devoted to traditional subjects related to regional security.

TrendingView all videos

Top downloads in last 24 hours

02:43

'RoboTea' - Get served by robots at Hong Kong's most cutting edge tea house'RoboTea' - Get served by robots at Hong Kong's most cutting edge tea house

January 17, 2021 at 12:04 GMT +00:00

Pool for subscribers only

01:21

Israel: Netanyahu gets 2nd COVID vaccine jab, says all Israelis could be vaccinated by AprilIsrael: Netanyahu gets 2nd COVID vaccine jab, says all Israelis could be vaccinated by April

January 9, 2021 at 21:05 GMT +00:00

02:32

Turkey: Ozil arrives in Istanbul as he bids farewell to Arsenal and joins FenerbahceTurkey: Ozil arrives in Istanbul as he bids farewell to Arsenal and joins Fenerbahce

January 18, 2021 at 02:44 GMT +00:00

02:19

Israel: Second dose COVID jab roll-out underway at Petach Tikva hospitalIsrael: Second dose COVID jab roll-out underway at Petach Tikva hospital

January 11, 2021 at 14:23 GMT +00:00

01:31

Brazil: Nurse 1st to be inoculated in country as emergency use approved for two COVID vaccinesBrazil: Nurse 1st to be inoculated in country as emergency use approved for two COVID vaccines

January 17, 2021 at 22:58 GMT +00:00

02:56

France: Parisians sled and ski down Montmartre slopes after snowfallFrance: Parisians sled and ski down Montmartre slopes after snowfall

January 16, 2021 at 22:19 GMT +00:00

Pool for subscribers only

01:15

Indonesia: Thousands displaced in South Kalimantan floodsIndonesia: Thousands displaced in South Kalimantan floods

January 17, 2021 at 10:21 GMT +00:00

01:43

USA: Law enforcement and National Guard step up security in Lansing ahead of protestsUSA: Law enforcement and National Guard step up security in Lansing ahead of protests

January 17, 2021 at 22:36 GMT +00:00

04:31

Who you gonna call? Lucas the astronaut! See Chinese internet star rock futuristic outfitWho you gonna call? Lucas the astronaut! See Chinese internet star rock futuristic outfit

January 18, 2021 at 06:33 GMT +00:00

02:11

Russia: Navalny detained at Sheremetyevo airport by Penitentiary Service personnel Russia: Navalny detained at Sheremetyevo airport by Penitentiary Service personnel

January 17, 2021 at 20:23 GMT +00:00

03:31

USA: Armed demonstrators gather at Ohio Statehouse ahead of Biden's inaugurationUSA: Armed demonstrators gather at Ohio Statehouse ahead of Biden's inauguration

January 18, 2021 at 05:18 GMT +00:00

04:40

Sweat up some electricity! See how Singapore researchers bring sustainability to the next levelSweat up some electricity! See how Singapore researchers bring sustainability to the next level

January 17, 2021 at 08:17 GMT +00:00

02:09

Germany: Navalny boards plane to Moscow at Berlin airportGermany: Navalny boards plane to Moscow at Berlin airport

January 17, 2021 at 15:32 GMT +00:00

00:48

Russia: Police force Navalny supporters out of Vnukovo airport amid unauthorised gathering Russia: Police force Navalny supporters out of Vnukovo airport amid unauthorised gathering

January 17, 2021 at 17:21 GMT +00:00

02:00

Tunisia: Police fire tear gas at protesters breaching lockdownTunisia: Police fire tear gas at protesters breaching lockdown

January 18, 2021 at 01:19 GMT +00:00

02:58

Netherlands: Police clash with protesters as thousands rally against COVID lockdown in AmsterdamNetherlands: Police clash with protesters as thousands rally against COVID lockdown in Amsterdam

January 17, 2021 at 20:48 GMT +00:00

03:42

Guatemala: Security forces use tear gas to block passage of Honduran migrant caravan Guatemala: Security forces use tear gas to block passage of Honduran migrant caravan

January 17, 2021 at 21:11 GMT +00:00

00:40

Russia: Pobeda Airlines plane carrying Navalny lands at Moscow Sheremetyevo airportRussia: Pobeda Airlines plane carrying Navalny lands at Moscow Sheremetyevo airport

January 17, 2021 at 18:05 GMT +00:00

05:01

Egypt: Over 50 coffins unearthed in substantial find at Saqqara archaeological siteEgypt: Over 50 coffins unearthed in substantial find at Saqqara archaeological site

January 17, 2021 at 20:20 GMT +00:00

03:51

USA: 'It's a strong message' - DC locals share thoughts on heightened security ahead of Biden inaugurationUSA: 'It's a strong message' - DC locals share thoughts on heightened security ahead of Biden inauguration

January 18, 2021 at 00:52 GMT +00:00

Pool for subscribers only

01:25

International airspace: US B-52 bomber flies over Middle East amid ongoing tensions with IranInternational airspace: US B-52 bomber flies over Middle East amid ongoing tensions with Iran

January 18, 2021 at 05:29 GMT +00:00

00:58

Russia: 'This is my best day in last five months' - Navalny upon arrival in MoscowRussia: 'This is my best day in last five months' - Navalny upon arrival in Moscow

January 18, 2021 at 08:06 GMT +00:00

03:12

France: Police use tear gas as thousands rally against security bill in NantesFrance: Police use tear gas as thousands rally against security bill in Nantes

January 16, 2021 at 21:20 GMT +00:00

01:05

USA: National Guard man roadblocks and secure areas prior to Biden inaugurationUSA: National Guard man roadblocks and secure areas prior to Biden inauguration

January 17, 2021 at 21:05 GMT +00:00

01:26

See Europe’s highest tower covered with ice and snowSee Europe’s highest tower covered with ice and snow

January 15, 2021 at 20:03 GMT +00:00

02:58

France: Protesters take to Paris streets to condemn 'extremely dangerous' security billFrance: Protesters take to Paris streets to condemn 'extremely dangerous' security bill

January 16, 2021 at 23:30 GMT +00:00

01:46

Indonesia: Drone footage reveals buildings destroyed by Sulawesi earthquakesIndonesia: Drone footage reveals buildings destroyed by Sulawesi earthquakes

January 16, 2021 at 16:40 GMT +00:00

02:50

USA: Armed demonstrators rally outside Texas State Capitol in AustinUSA: Armed demonstrators rally outside Texas State Capitol in Austin

January 18, 2021 at 11:53 GMT +00:00

03:17

Honduras/Guatemala: Thousands of US-bound migrants break through police line, cross borderHonduras/Guatemala: Thousands of US-bound migrants break through police line, cross border

January 17, 2021 at 03:44 GMT +00:00

View all videos