IN Moscow on Tuesday, Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas stood firm against any forced removal of Palestinians from their homes. He underscored the strong ties between Palestine and Russia, stressing the need for ongoing international support during these challenging times.
“We continue our struggle, patiently bearing all hardships, counting on the humanitarian support of all Palestinians and an end to the policy of expatriation. We will not accept the expatriation of Palestinians from Gaza, from the West Bank, from Jerusalem. And we believe that, with your support, we will achieve our goals,” according to Mahmoud Abbas, Palestinian President.
President Putin, expressing Russia’s long-standing position on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, reaffirmed his country’s support for a fully recognized Palestinian state. He stressed that Russia’s stance has always been rooted in international law and United Nations resolutions, emphasizing that peace in the region can only be achieved through the establishment of a sovereign Palestinian state.
“Our position has not changed. It was formulated a long time ago and is not of an opportunistic nature. We believe that in order to ensure a lasting, reliable and stable peace in the region, it is necessary to implement all the decisions of the United Nations and, above all, to establish a full-fledged Palestinian state,” stated Vladimir Putin, Russian President.
The Israel-Hamas conflict, which began 10 months ago, has resulted in thousands of casualties and widespread devastation.
The conflict erupted after a major Hamas attack on southern Israel on October 7, 2023, leading to a full-scale Israeli military response.
As the crisis continues, President Putin’s calls for a Palestinian state as a resolution to the conflict further highlight Russia’s role as a key player in seeking peace in the Middle East.
