Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov confirmed that Moscow is not expected to need Western assistance in investigating the "Krocus" terrorist attack, citing double standards and dubious intentions. Lavrov stated at a press conference held after negotiations with Namibian counterpart Peya Mushilengha in Moscow on Tuesday: "On one hand, I am confident that we will successfully handle this investigation. On the other hand, it is unlikely we will need such assistance, which will clearly be a manifestation of double standards and will likely aim to promote a narrative convenient for the West that suggests this terrorist act was carried out by ISIS and that Ukraine has nothing to do with it."
Lavrov also referenced a "surprising" statement from Interpol expressing readiness to assist Russia in investigating the "Krocus" attack, mentioning: "I do not recall such an initiative from Interpol in previous cases that also required significant international attention, the most obvious example being the sabotage of the Nord Stream gas pipelines." He added: "We have long grown accustomed to the double standards of our Western friends and will continue to operate solely based on our complete understanding of what the West is trying to achieve and by what means."
