On Ukraine, Russia Repeats Insistence That It Had No Choice

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov addressed the UN General Assembly, defending Russia against accusations related to Ukraine referendums, which the US and UN criticized. Lavrov claimed these referendums were due to intolerable conditions in Ukraine. He also criticized the US for acting like global masters and addressed rising US-China tensions over Taiwan, following Nancy Pelosi's visit and President Biden's defense commitment. China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi also spoke, warning against obstructing Taiwan's reunification.

What did Sergei Lavrov say about the referendums in parts of Ukraine?

What concerns did Xi Jinping express regarding the war in Ukraine?

How did Lavrov describe the actions of the US regarding global affairs?

What was Lavrov's message regarding the tensions between the US and China?

What did Wang Yi say about efforts to obstruct reunification?