Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov reportedly discussed Russia's commitment to achieving the goals of the special military operation with Senator Marco Rubio, according to the Russian Foreign Ministry. The officials also reportedly discussed destructive steps taken by Kyiv, which they claim are purposefully targeting civilian populations and cross-border infrastructure.

The report from the Russian Foreign Ministry, as cited by NEWS.BY, indicates a discussion focused on diplomatic settlement tracks alongside military objectives. The specific mention of Kyiv's alleged targeting of civilian populations and infrastructure suggests a continuation of the information warfare narrative surrounding the conflict.