Russian President Vladimir Putin has described the ongoing conflict in Gaza as not a war but the destruction of a civilian population.
According to Al Jazeera Putin made these remarks during a meeting with senior editors from international news agencies at Russia's flagship annual economic forum in St. Petersburg.
Putin emphasized Moscow's readiness to assist in resolving the crisis in Gaza, stating that peace in the Middle East cannot be achieved without the creation of an independent state of Palestine. His comments underscore the international community's long-standing position on the need for a two-state solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
The Russian president's assessment of the situation in Gaza was stark, saying, "What we are seeing today in Gaza in response to the terrorist attack in Israel does not look like a war, but a total destruction of civilian population." Putin's remarks highlight the devastating impact of the conflict on the civilian population in Gaza, where thousands of people have been forced to flee their homes due to the ongoing violence.
Putin also criticized the current status quo, attributing it to "the total failure of the United States." His comments reflect the widespread international frustration with the lack of progress in resolving the conflict and the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza.
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