Russia's response to the seizure of its assets abroad will 'mirror' the measures taken by the authorities in these countries, Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov told reporters on Friday.

"Certainly, there will be reciprocity. As in any other situation linked with international affairs, reciprocity is positive. But in this situation, reciprocity will be negative," he said.

"First and foremost, we will now have to offer a response that will 'mirror' their actions against us," Lavrov said.