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) Borrell sent what they present as a response to the message of Russian Foreign Minister Lavrov,” Zakharova said.

She stressed that "there is no substantive reaction to the directly posed question in the 'documents' received."

The diplomat added that instead, "Moscow is invited to enter into a dialogue to strengthen security."

In the message, Lavrov announced his desire to get a clear answer to the question of how Russia's partners understand their obligation not to strengthen their own security at the expense of the security of other states.

The Russian side also suggested that in case other countries refuse this obligation, they should clearly communicate this.