Lavrov announced beginning of next phase of “Special Operations” in Ukraine

In Ukraine, the next phase of the Russian military “special operation” begins, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Russia Sergey Lavrov said in an interview with India Today TV channel.

“The operation in the east of Ukraine is directed to – as already announced – the complete liberation of Donetsk and the Lugansk Republic. This operation will continue, the next phase of this special operation begins. And it seems to me, now it will be an important point during this special operation.” – Quotes Minister RIA Novosti.