Vladimir Putin had a telephone conversation with The President of the State of Palestine, Mahmoud Abbas.
The issues related to the unprecedented escalation of the Palestinian-Israeli conflict, primarily in the Gaza Strip, were discussed in detail. Taking into account the contacts with the leaders of the Middle Eastern states, Vladimir Putin informed about the steps taken by the Russian side to help de-escalate the conflict and ensure the uninterrupted delivery of humanitarian aid to those in need. Russia will continue to supply essential goods to the Gaza Strip, including medicines and medical equipment.
The importance of an early end to the bloodshed and the resumption of the political process of the Middle East settlement on a generally recognized international legal basis providing for the establishment of the State of Palestine within the borders of 1967 was emphasized. In this context, the Russian side expressed support for the efforts made by the Palestinian leadership led by Mahmoud Abbas.
The two sides expressed their mutual intention to further strengthen friendly Russian-Palestinian relations. The invitation to the President of Palestine to visit Russia at a mutually acceptable time has been confirmed.
A source: kremlin.ru
