"Putin and Netanyahu Discuss Israel's Neighbors' Response to Hamas Attack"

Russian President Vladimir Putin called Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to offer condolences and discuss the recent conflict with Hamas. Putin expressed willingness to work towards a peaceful settlement and prevent a humanitarian disaster. He also shared information about his conversations with regional leaders, including Syrian President Bashar al-Assad, Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi, Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi, and Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas. Concerns were raised about the conflict escalating into a regional war. Russia has blamed failed US policies for the violence and has warm relations with Iran, which supports Hamas. Netanyahu reiterated Israel's determination to destroy Hamas' military capabilities.