On June 8, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov commented on Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelensky's public letter to President Vladimir Putin, stating that its global circulation indicates Ukraine's unwillingness to engage in negotiations. Lavrov emphasized that Russia is prepared for 'honest talks free of deception' but expressed concern over the United States and European Union's lack of neutrality, particularly following new military agreements among the UK, France, and Germany to supply Ukraine with long-range weapons. He noted that these developments complicate the potential for dialogue. Lavrov also criticized UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres for not upholding the impartiality expected of his position, suggesting he favors Western interests. Additionally, he mentioned that former Chilean President Michelle Bachelet is in Moscow for discussions regarding her candidacy for the UN Secretary General position, affirming Russia's openness to a female leader in the UN.