Russia Accuses US of Seeking to Impose Its Will on Gaza
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has openly accused the United States of trying to impose its will on the Gaza conflict, a move Moscow considers as contrary to international laws.
Taylor Brooks
- 2023-12-28
- Updated 07:06 PM ET
(NewsNibs) - In an intense critique of American foreign policy, Sergey Lavrov contended that the United States' attempts to exert influence in various regions have repeatedly ended in failure. Referencing past interventions in Afghanistan, Libya, and Iraq, he alleged that these actions have not only been unsuccessful but have also resulted in the destruction of these countries. His pointed observations come as tensions between the United States and Russia continue to simmer on a range of international issues.
WARNINGS OF CHAOS
In a recent interview, Lavrov expressed grave concerns about the tactics employed by Western countries in the international arena. He warned that the "conspiracies" orchestrated by these nations have cast the world into a state of chaos. According to Lavrov, without a significant shift in strategy and approach, there appears to be no end to this turmoil, projecting the current situation to persist until at least 2024.
SUPPORT FOR PALESTINIAN STATEHOOD
Russia, as articulated by its Foreign Minister, has taken a firm stance in supporting Palestinian aspirations for an independent state. This state, as envisaged by Russia, would encompass not just Gaza, but also East Jerusalem and the West Bank. Lavrov has urged for a peaceful resolution to the conflict in Gaza and highlighted the role of the United Nations Security Council in actively mediating to bring the hostilities to a close.
In his statements, Sergey Lavrov not only critiqued past interventions by the United States but also called for renewed efforts to achieve peace in the Middle East. The emphasis on a United Nations Security Council-led approach underscores Russia's interest in multilateral solutions to global conflicts. As the situation develops, the international community remains watchful of both US and Russian movements within the region.
