President of Russia Vladimir Putin held talks with Palestine President Mahmoud Abbas at his residence in Novo-Ogaryovo on Aug. 13.
In his opening statement, Putin said that the Israeli-Palestinian conflict has it roots in the “the disregard of decisions made by international organizations, primarily the UN, to establish and create an independent Palestinian state…. We believe that in order to secure lasting and stable peace in the region, it is imperative to implement all UN resolutions, with the establishment of a full-fledged Palestinian state as a priority.”
President Abbas thanked Putin for Russia’s “steadfast” support. Among other issues, Abbas brought up the decisions by the International Court of Justice. “The recently published recommendations of the International Court of Justice clearly state that the Israeli occupation and settlement activities are unacceptable. This decision calls on the Security Council, the General Assembly, and all nations to do our best to stop Israel’s actions. The resolutions adopted by the International Court urge Israel to cease actions that are entirely inconsistent with international humanitarian law,” said the Palestinian leader.
