16.05.2026 10:00
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov, speaking at a press conference during the BRICS Foreign Ministers' Meeting, targeted a journalist and threatened, "If you don't stop fiddling with your phone, they'll pull a gun on you. I'm not joking." The incident, overshadowing diplomatic engagements, took precedence over the meeting.
Foreign ministers of BRICS countries gathered in New Delhi, India's capital, for a meeting. Over the two-day talks, security issues in the Middle East were particularly discussed. However, due to disagreements among members, a consensus on a joint statement could not be reached.
The meeting addressed topics such as global security, regional conflicts, and economic cooperation, while a notable tension occurred in the shadow of diplomatic contacts.
LAVROV'S THREATENING WORDS TO A JOURNALIST
During a press conference, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov's remarks directed at a journalist caused a major stir. Lavrov reacted to a journalist doing live translation loudly using a phone, using harsh language.
Turning to the journalist, Lavrov said, "Could you step out? If you don't stop fiddling with your phone, they'll pull a gun on you. I'm not joking."
Those moments marked the meeting, while Lavrov's words sparked debate in social and diplomatic circles.