Attempts to use the language of ultimatums and coercive measures against Russia "are counterproductive and contradict the norms and principles of international law," Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov says in an interview published by Russia Beyond The Headlines, a supplement to The Daily Telegraph.
"Attempts to settle crises by unilateral sanctions outside the framework of UN Security Council decisions threaten international peace and stability," he was quoted by Russian News Agency (Itar Tass) as saying." Such attempts are counter-productive and contradict the norms and principles of international law."
"It is absolutely unacceptable to talk to Russia - or anyone for that matter - in the language of ultimatums and coercive measures," Lavrov said.
On Russia’s counter-measures against the countries that have introduced sanctions against it, he said: "Our response to unilateral steps by the United States, EU and some other countries has been balanced and in line with the rights and obligations of Russia under international treaties, including the World Trade Organisation."
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