- Putin warns that the Middle East is on the brink of full-scale war, with conflict spreading beyond Gaza to Lebanon.
- Heightened tensions between Israel and Iran are contributing to a regional chain reaction.
- Putin calls for the establishment of a Palestinian state as essential for peace.
During the BRICS summit in Kazan, Russian President Vladimir Putin expressed grave concerns about escalating violence in the Middle East.
Putin also stressed that the long-term solution lies in addressing the Palestinian issue. He advocated for the implementation of a two-state solution, approved by the UN, as the only path to peace.
Putin Urges Two-State Solution to Avert Full-Scale War in Middle East
At the BRICS summit, Russian President Vladimir Putin raised alarms about the deepening conflict in the Middle East, where the violence has spread from Gaza into Lebanon, threatening wider regional instability. He described the escalation as reminiscent of a “chain reaction,” with other countries at risk of becoming involved. Putin pointed specifically to the heightened confrontation between Israel and Iran as a dangerous development.
Putin pointed out that this growing crisis comes at a time when diplomatic efforts have stalled. The international community has failed to make meaningful progress on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, further exacerbating tensions. He expressed concern that the involvement of powerful regional players, such as Iran, could expand the scope of the conflict beyond borders, with unpredictable consequences.
At the heart of his speech was a call to address what he described as the “historical injustice” faced by the Palestinian people. Putin reiterated Russia’s support for the two-state solution, emphasizing that an independent Palestinian state would not only serve justice but also act as the foundation for long-term peace in the region. He urged global powers to refocus efforts on this solution as the key to ending decades of violence.
Moreover, Putin warned that without action, the current conflict would continue to draw in new participants and deepen the humanitarian crisis in the region. He stressed that ongoing hostilities are not just a threat to the Middle East but to global stability, and urged for immediate diplomatic intervention.
Putin’s call for an independent Palestinian state underscores the need for a durable solution to the Middle East’s deep-rooted conflicts, emphasizing that only through justice can peace be achieved.
“Until this question is resolved, it will not be possible to break the vicious circle of violence.” — Vladimir Putin
