“No punishment, no sanction will be able to break the will of the Russian people, the will of its leaders who are determined to defend the historical truth, defend the legitimate interests of Russia and prevent direct threats to national security on our borders,” Lavrov said.

During a wreath-laying ceremony held ahead of the Victory Day over Nazi Germany, to be commemorated in Russia on May 9, Lavrov said that the measures of the White House and its allies are putting “the future of the world” at stake.

Lavrov reiterated that Moscow fully advocates a democratic and equitable system for all countries, and said he was sure that a large majority of other nations support this same position.

For the first time, the restrictions include the partial disconnection of Russia from the SWIFT system, the freezing of its international reserves, the embargo on the import of some energy agents, as well as the closure of airspace, ports and roads for Russian carriers.

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