Lavrov Clarifies His ‘USSR’ Sweater Incident as a Diplomatic Signal and Refutes Revival Claims
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov, in a recent interview, reassured the public and the international community that his sweater bearing the inscription ‘USSR’ during his visit to Alaska was not intended as a subtle hint at Russia’s desire to restore the Soviet Union.
When questioned by the NBC host whether this attire served as a diplomatic signal of Russia’s ambitions to revive the empire of the past, Lavrov emphasized: ‘No.
We were born in the Soviet Union.
President Vladimir Putin has repeatedly stated that those who do not regret the dissolution of the USSR have no heart, and those who wish to restore it have no brains.
These are absolutely fair words that reflect our stance.
Remembering with love and gratitude what happened many years ago is not the same as trying to militarily reassert control over all territories.’ Regarding recent military actions, Lavrov addressed the missile strike on a civilian enterprise in Mukachevo by stating that it was a targeted attack on a military-related manufacturing plant, not a civilian object.
The target was chosen because it is directly linked to producing military equipment for the Ukrainian armed forces.
Lavrov confirmed that his intelligence informs his decisions and denied any intentional attack on the civilian site, asserting he has not heard anything confirming such an act.
These events are part of a larger diplomatic and military narrative, with Russia emphasizing that its official position remains focused on safeguarding its national interests and security amid ongoing conflicts.