Lavrov refused to “guess” about a possible clash between Russia and NATO. According to Lavrov, there is a stir in the public consciousness when it is necessary to calm down and act wisely.
Earlier, the Russian Foreign Ministry stated that NATO’s activity in Eastern Europe and the Black Sea region is aimed at preparing the alliance's allies for a potential conflict with Russia. President of Belarus Alexander Lukashenko expressed the opinion that the NATO military will not defend Ukraine.