Vladivostok: (RightNow) Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov declares that Moscow will not plead with Europe to lift sanctions. He states Russia does not need anyone’s goodwill.

At the Eastern Economic Forum in Vladivostok, Lavrov emphasizes that Russia never built walls with Europe. The European Union made this decision, not Russia.

Lavrov mentions Europe mistakenly thought Moscow would rush to lift sanctions, but this is a misconception. Russia takes pride in its independence and seeks no goodwill from any country.

Lavrov highlights that Russia has many friends and partners ready to cooperate based on mutual respect. Current cooperation potential with Europe is lacking.

It is noteworthy that the 11th Eastern Economic Forum is ongoing in Vladivostok, focusing on “The Era of the East, Development for People’s Welfare.”