Sergey Lavrov, Russia's foreign minister, expressed uncertainty about the future of the UK, particularly regarding independence movements among the Celtic nations. His remarks came during a youth conference and follow a recent agreement among the first ministers of Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland, who stated that Westminster's authority is diminishing.
The leaders of these nations are now united in their pro-independence stance, with Plaid Cymru's recent electoral success marking a significant shift. In response to Lavrov's comments, Plaid Cymru emphasized that Wales' future should be determined by its people, not influenced by external powers like Russia.