Russia's Role in the Israeli-Palestinian Conflict and Middle East Crisis
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov stated that creating a Palestinian state is the most reliable solution for peace in Israel, emphasizing that fighting alone will not ensure security. Lavrov expressed concern over the escalating violence and criticized Western policy on Israel, urging the elimination of the main reason for the conflict. The head of the Arab League, Ahmed Aboul Gheit, called for political prospects and a fair resolution to the Palestinian-Israeli conflict. The Kremlin expressed fear of foreign intervention and stressed the importance of finding a negotiated solution to de-escalate the situation.