It is absolutely unacceptable to talk to Russia - or anyone for that matter - in the language of ultimatums and coercive measures.

Regardless of the results of the German elections on Sept. 18, relations with Russia will remain no less important than in the past decades,

At present, the WTO is trying to get from Russia concessions on different issues.

Russia is still convinced of the necessity to guarantee the International Atomic Energy Agency the opportunity to work in [Iran].

We have absolutely no intention of, or interest in, crossing Ukraine's borders.

Russia has every reason to dispose of its nuclear arsenal... to suit its interests and international legal obligations.