It is noted that "an exchange of views took place on the state and prospects of Russia's relations with the European Union, NATO, and interaction within the framework of the Council of Europe."

“The Russian side pointed out the dangerous consequences of Western confrontational approaches towards Russia.

At the same time, they noted the readiness to build pragmatic interaction with European countries, including at multilateral regional platforms, on the basis of equality, mutual respect and consideration of interests, ”the message says.

Earlier, German Foreign Minister Heiko Maas said that the country's authorities did not see the need to reconsider relations with Russia.