On the 90th Anniversary of Diplomatic Relations with Mira... Russia Says "Relations Could End Anytime"

Russia's Statement on the 90th Anniversary of US-Russia Diplomatic Relations
"US Criticized for Pervasive Russia-Hate Policy"

On the 16th (local time), Russia stated in a statement marking the 90th anniversary of diplomatic relations with the United States that "due to the United States' pervasive anti-Russian policies, Russia-US relations have become extremely strained and are at risk of being severed at any time."

U.S. President Joe Biden (left) and Russian President Vladimir Putin
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In the statement, the Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs said, "November 16, 1933, is an important day in the difficult and very significant relationship between Russia and the United States aimed at maintaining international peace and security," but also added, "Although it is not Russia's choice, the reckless actions of the United States, including the doctrinal mission to deliver a strategic defeat to Moscow and escalate the conflict, will lead to disastrous consequences."

It further criticized the United States' hegemonism, stating that "the United States is obsessed with containing Russia and China in the world." The Ministry of Foreign Affairs concluded the statement by expressing hope that the anniversary would remind people of the historical experience of interaction based on mutual respect and consideration.

Meanwhile, Alexey Overchuk, First Deputy Prime Minister of Russia, who is leading the Russian delegation attending the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) meeting held in San Francisco, USA, stated that there are no plans to engage with the United States during the meeting. Regarding the previous day’s remark by Maria Zakharova, spokesperson for the Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, who said that Russia had received signals from the United States indicating readiness for informal talks during APEC, Overchuk explained, "We are not planning anything."

Dmitry Peskov, Kremlin spokesperson, commented on the US-China summit held that day, saying, "So far, we do not have detailed information about what was discussed at the summit," and added, "What is most important for Russia is the genuine friendship and mutual respect that exist between the leaders of Russia and China."

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