Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov stated on Saturday that the time has come to ensure the establishment of a Palestinian state based on United Nations resolutions. He made these remarks during his speech at the United Nations meetings in New York. Lavrov emphasized that the situation in the occupied West Bank is deteriorating due to Israel's intensified settlement activities.
Lavrov mentioned that the UN Security Council had approved a plan for peace in the Gaza Strip nearly a year ago, but peace has yet to be achieved. He expressed Russia's readiness to contribute constructively to the stability of the strategically important Middle East region. This, he noted, requires building trust among Gulf countries, Arab nations, and Iran.
The Russian Foreign Minister's statements come amid rising tensions in the region. He highlighted that repeated armed confrontations in the Gulf and Strait of Hormuz harm global navigation and trade. In response, Russia is launching an initiative to establish peace in the Gulf region and resolve the crisis in the Strait of Hormuz.
Regarding Iran, Lavrov criticized the United States and Israel for targeting Iranian civilian infrastructure and nuclear facilities under the supervision of the International Atomic Energy Agency. He considered this a blow to the agency's authority. Lavrov also deemed the use of force to kill Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei and his family members unacceptable.
Lavrov emphasized that resolving the crisis in the region requires halting confrontations and building trust among Gulf countries, Arab nations, and Iran. He pointed out that the situation in the region is complex and requires a comprehensive approach to achieve peace and stability.
The call for a Palestinian state by Lavrov comes as the region faces escalating tensions. The establishment of such a state has been a longstanding goal of the international community, based on UN resolutions. Lavrov's remarks reflect Russia's commitment to contributing to peace and stability in the region.
The situation in the Middle East remains volatile, with various conflicts and tensions affecting the region. Lavrov's initiative aims to address some of these challenges through diplomatic means. The international community continues to watch developments in the region closely, seeking a peaceful resolution to the ongoing crises.
Key points
- Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov calls for the establishment of a Palestinian state based on UN resolutions.
- Lavrov expresses Russia's readiness to contribute to the stability of the Middle East region.
- The situation in the region remains complex, requiring a comprehensive approach to achieve peace and stability.
