Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov criticized Israel for its actions in Iran and Qatar, accusing Israel of destabilizing the Middle East. Lavrov, addressing the UN General Assembly, condemned Israel’s use of force against Palestinians and its aggressive behavior towards several countries in the region. He specifically opposed calls to annex the West Bank, labeling them as attempts to derail the establishment of an independent Palestinian state.
Lavrov dismissed the idea of annexing the West Bank as unjustifiable and likened it to a coup against UN resolutions supporting Palestinian statehood. He also questioned why Western nations took so long to recognize a Palestinian state, suggesting their delayed action might be due to Israel’s ongoing offensive activities.
The Russian Foreign Minister’s remarks underscored concerns about the escalating tensions in the Middle East and the potential consequences of Israel’s military actions and territorial ambitions.