Moscow, April 16 -- Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov on Thursday criticised Washington's diplomatic approach, suggesting that the United States should prioritise communication over confrontation when dealing with foreign administrations.

In a post on X, the Russian Foreign Ministry quoted Lavrov as stating, "I would advise the US, in every case where it dislikes a particular government, to begin by engaging it in dialogue."

The veteran diplomat noted that international partners have consistently shown a willingness to negotiate with Washington. Lavrov asserted that "no country has ever refused dialogue with the US," highlighting that the breakdown in relations often stems from American policy shifts rather than a lack of cooperati...