Moscow calls on the parties to the Palestinian-Israeli conflict to show restraint and not to take steps leading to an escalation of the conflict, Russia's Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova said in a commentary on Tuesday about developments in the Palestinian-Israeli situation.
The diplomat noted that the situation in Jerusalem and around the Gaza Strip remains extremely tense. "Moscow perceives with deep concern this dangerous development of events. We strongly condemn the attacks on civilians regardless of their national and religious affiliation. We call on the sides to show restraint and not to take steps that could lead to a further escalation of tension. We think it is important to respect the status quo enshrined in the Jordanian-Israeli peace treaty regarding the Holy Places in Jerusalem, as well as the well-known UN resolutions concerning this city," she said.
Zakharova also stressed that Moscow, in cooperation with regional and international parties, will consistently seek a sustainable and comprehensive Palestinian-Israeli settlement. "Russia as a permanent member of the Security Council, a member of the Quartet of international mediators on the Middle East Peace Process, in cooperation with regional and international parties will consistently seek a comprehensive and sustainable settlement in accordance with the UN Security Council resolutions, providing for two states, Palestine and Israel, coexisting in peace and security," the diplomat noted.
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