Israel-Hamas War: Kremlin blames US policy failure for conflict, warns of regional escalation risk
Reuters reported. Peskov also cautioned that the conflict had the potential to spread to neighbouring regions. Also Read:Israel-Hamas War LIVE Updates: Palestinians struggle for safety as Israel pounds sealed-off Gaza Strip During talks with Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia Al-Sudani, Putin took the chance to link the considerable increase in violence to the United States' long-standing policy in the region.
"I think that many people will agree with me that this is a vivid example of the failure of United States policy in the Middle East," Putin said. Putin asserted that Washington had aimed to "monopolise" the initiatives for establishing peace and criticized it for not actively pursuing viable compromises. “The United States had neglected the interests of the Palestinians, including their need for an independent Palestinian state." Also Read: A brief history of Gaza's 75 years of woe There was no reference to Russia's involvement in the Middle East peace process.
Russia, alongside the United States, the United Nations, and the European Union, has been a part of the “Quartet" since 2002, a group of influential powers tasked with facilitating mediation efforts in the region. Putin further stressed diplomatic efforts and engagements. According to Kremlin spokesperson Peskov, Moscow participated in various diplomatic initiatives but noted that there had been limited advancement in these efforts.
"But nevertheless we intend to keep making efforts and play our role in terms of providing assistance to seek ways to a settlement," he said. Amid the recent crisis, the Kremlin has aimed to maintain a balanced approach, emphasizing its relationships with both parties involved. Also Read: What is Hamas and what does it want?
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