In a recent statement, Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov expressed Russia's deep concern over the escalating violence in Israel and the Palestinian Territories. Peskov warned that the ongoing conflict could potentially spill over into a broader Middle East crisis.
This is reported by Reuters.
Peskov emphasized Russia's heightened focus on the situation unfolding around Israel. "We are watching with great concern what is happening around Israel in the Middle East," he said. The Kremlin sees the current situation as a potential trigger for wider regional instability, making it a subject of "special concern."
The conflict has escalated dramatically, with Hamas fighters causing havoc in Israeli towns and Israel responding with air strikes in Gaza. The violence has resulted in hundreds of casualties on both sides, marking one of the bloodiest periods in decades for the region.
Urgent call for peaceful resolution
The Kremlin is urging for immediate steps to de-escalate the situation. "We believe that it is necessary to bring the situation to a peaceful path as soon as possible," Peskov stated. He warned that the continuation of violence could lead to further escalation and pose a significant risk to regional stability.
Peskov also mentioned that Russia is currently unaware of how many of its citizens in Israel may have been affected by the conflict. The Russian embassy is in contact with the Palestinians to ascertain if any Russians have been injured in the Israeli attacks on Gaza.
By reiterating its concerns and calling for a peaceful resolution, Russia is positioning itself as a concerned observer, keenly aware of the potential for the conflict to escalate into a wider regional crisis.
