Additionally, Abbas is scheduled to meet with Arab ambassadors in Russia to discuss the broader regional implications of the Gaza conflict and coordinate diplomatic efforts
MOSCOW: Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas is scheduled to arrive in Moscow on the evening of August 12 for a three-day visit, according to Palestinian Ambassador to Russia Abdel Hafiz Nofal. Abbas will meet with Russian President Vladimir Putin on August 13 to discuss the ongoing crisis in the Gaza Strip.
During his visit, Abbas will first lay flowers at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in Moscow as a mark of respect. The visit, which was initially planned for November 15, 2023, had to be postponed due to the escalating situation in Gaza. The primary focus of the talks between Abbas and Putin will be on the current conditions in Gaza, with discussions expected to center on Russia’s potential role in addressing the humanitarian crisis and exploring viable solutions.
The conflict in Gaza has resulted in significant casualties, with nearly 39,800 reported deaths since October. Additionally, Abbas is scheduled to meet with Arab ambassadors in Russia to discuss the broader regional implications of the Gaza conflict and coordinate diplomatic efforts. The International Court of Justice (ICJ) has accused Israel of committing genocide and has called for a cessation of military operations in Rafah, a city where over a million Palestinians had sought refuge before it was invaded in May.
This international condemnation underscores the gravity of the situation and the urgency for diplomatic intervention. The outcome of Abbas’s discussions with Putin and the subsequent diplomatic engagements are anticipated to play a crucial role in shaping the international response to the Gaza crisis and in seeking a resolution to the ongoing conflict.
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