Ukraine’s Foreign Minister Condemns Lavrov’s France 2 Interview: Why It’s Called a Platform for War Criminals.

Condemnation of Lavrov’s Appearance

According to UATV: Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha has strongly criticized Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov for his interview on France 2, accusing the network of giving a platform to war criminals. The broadcast has sparked backlash within French society and across the European Union.

During the interview, Lavrov claimed that Russian forces 'do not strike civilian targets.' This assertion, however, directly contradicts documented attacks on civilian infrastructure, including a strike on a maternity hospital in Odesa. Meanwhile, authorities in St. Petersburg began jamming internet and mobile communications, raising further concerns about the Kremlin’s actions.

“We believe this is a wrong narrative.”

Andrii Sybiha

The statement reflects Kyiv’s growing alarm over international policies and actions that could legitimize Russian aggression.

International Reactions and Rising Tensions

This incident underscores the deepening rift between Ukraine and Russia, as well as the international community’s mounting unease over Moscow’s military campaign. High-profile appearances by officials like Lavrov can shape global perceptions of the conflict, making Ukraine’s diplomatic responses crucial in rallying international consensus on the issue.