Russian President Vladimir Putin announced that Mahmoud Abbas, the president of the Palestinian Authority, has been invited to participate in the upcoming BRICS Summit in Kazan, set to take place next week. Putin made the announcement on Friday, signaling Russia’s continued commitment to addressing the Israel-Palestine conflict.
Putin reaffirmed Russia’s support for a two-state solution and indicated that the matter would be a topic of discussion during the summit. The BRICS bloc, which originally included Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa, has recently expanded to welcome new members such as Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran, and the United Arab Emirates. The summit will provide a platform for leaders to discuss various international issues, including peace efforts in the Middle East.
The invitation to Abbas highlights Russia’s ongoing diplomatic engagement in the region and its role in advocating for a resolution to the longstanding conflict.
