Russia's Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov attended a European security summit in Malta, his first visit to an EU state since the Ukraine invasion. Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiga walked out during Lavrov's remarks, labeling him a 'war criminal.' The summit was marked by controversy, with accusations from US Secretary of State Antony Blinken regarding Russia's actions in Ukraine. Lavrov criticized the West for escalating tensions and claimed the OSCE was being manipulated against Russia. The meeting highlighted ongoing geopolitical tensions and the challenges within the OSCE. Teljes cikk (bbc.com europe)