Overview
- Lavrov speaks at 10:15 a.m. Moscow time to present an update on foreign policy and take questions from senators.
- The agenda includes ratifying a Russia–India agreement covering the dispatch of military formations, warships and aircraft with mutual logistical support.
- Lawmakers will consider extending the Bank of Russia’s temporary special authorities through 2026, including setting non-disclosure lists for sensitive data, overseeing NSPK and imposing six-month suspensions of operations.
- The extension preserves board powers to set access rules for the digital ruble platform until August 31, 2026 and continues credit holidays for mobilized personnel and SVO participants.
- Lavrov is expected to focus on the Ukraine crisis and may comment on a plan presented by U.S. President Donald Trump, relations with the U.S. and EU, and cooperation with BRICS and other partners.