In an interview with TV BRICS, Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov claimed that Donald Trump, the former President of the United States, has abandoned alleged agreements concerning Ukraine. According to Lavrov, these agreements were supposedly reached during a summit in Alaska last August. He specifically mentioned that the US has backed out of the so-called 'Anchorage agreements,' which, as per Lavrov, mandated Ukraine to surrender the entire Donbas region to Russia without a fight, agreements that the US denies exists.

The context surrounding Lavrov’s accusations comes amid heightened tensions in Eastern Europe, with reports suggesting that Russia is preparing for a major new offensive in Ukraine this summer. This follows a series of statements made by President Zelensky of Ukraine and reactions from the US government regarding the ongoing war. The discussions are taking place against the backdrop of increasing fears over the humanitarian cost of the conflict, as highlighted by recent analyses.

Lavrov's statements serve not only as a diplomatic jab aimed at the US but also to bolster Russia's narrative about Ukraine's compliance and intentions. The implications of these statements add to the complexity of international relations regarding the situation in Ukraine, emphasizing the ongoing struggle for influence in the region and the role of Western alliances against Russian aggression.