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<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\nRussian foreign minister Sergei Lavrov has accused the United States of openly prioritising oil and energy dominance in its foreign policy, alleging that Washington\u2019s military actions in countries such as Iran and Venezuela are driven by resource interests.In an interview with Russian state television, Lavrov said the US \u201ccares only about its own well-being\u201d and is prepared to defend it by \u201cany means \u2013 coups, kidnappings or assassinations of leaders of countries that possess natural resources\u201d.<\/p>\n Lavrov claimed that Washington no longer hides its motivations, stating: \u201cVenezuela, Iran \u2013 our American colleagues do not hide that this is about oil. They have a doctrine of dominance in global energy markets\u201d.He further argued that such an approach signals a breakdown of international law. \u201cThis is taking us back to a world where nothing existed\u201d in terms of legal norms, he said, adding that global decisions are increasingly dictated by power rather than rules, reported Reuters.<\/p>\n The Russian diplomat also criticised Washington\u2019s diplomatic approach, urging greater engagement instead of confrontation. \u201cI would advise the US\u2026 to begin by engaging in dialogue,\u201d Lavrov said.He accused the US of backing away from agreements, saying strained relations often stem from American policy shifts.<\/p>\n Lavrov\u2019s remarks come amid renewed diplomatic activity around Iran, with US envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner set to travel to Pakistan for a fresh round of talks with Iranian representatives.White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said the initiative for the meeting came from Tehran, noting that the US is open to negotiations but not under pressure to strike a deal.Meanwhile, Iran\u2019s foreign minister Abbas Araghchi has embarked on a regional tour to coordinate with partners, though no formal confirmation of direct talks with US officials has been announced.Lavrov\u2019s comments also touched on broader geopolitical tensions, including the Ukraine conflict and energy disputes with Europe.He accused the US of pushing Europe to cut reliance on Russian gas and described Western policies as an attempt to return to a \u201ccolonial era\u201d.<\/div>\n\n\u2018Doctrine of energy dominance\u2019<\/h3>\n<\/p>\n
Criticism of US diplomacy<\/h3>\n<\/p>\n
Tensions rise amid Iran talks<\/h3>\n<\/p>\n