Moscow: President Mahmoud Abbas reiterated his rejection of all attempts to displace the Palestinian people from their land during a meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin at the presidential palace in Moscow.
According to Palestine News and Information Agency - WAFA, President Abbas emphasized that the Palestinian people are adamant about maintaining their presence on their land. He expressed strong opposition to efforts by the United States and Israel to expatriate Palestinians beyond their territories, asserting their resolute stance to remain regardless of the challenges. Abbas highlighted the necessity of implementing U.S. President Donald Trump's plan, which calls for the withdrawal of occupation forces and the initiation of reconstruction efforts.
President Abbas also underscored the importance of the Palestinian Authority taking a leading role in governing the Gaza Strip, asserting that the Gaza Strip and the West Bank are integral parts of a unified territorial entity with a cohesive system of civilian institutions. He called for an immediate cessation of Israeli settler activities and colonist aggression in the West Bank, including Jerusalem, the release of withheld Palestinian funds, and the termination of actions undermining the Palestinian Authority and the two-state solution.
Reaffirming his dedication to the Palestinian cause, Abbas reiterated the pursuit of self-determination and the establishment of a sovereign, independent Palestinian state based on the borders of 4 June 1967, with East Jerusalem as its capital. He expressed his hope for peace through international legal resolutions and United Nations decisions, acknowledging Russia's longstanding support for Palestine.
President Abbas thanked President Putin for Russia's unwavering support and commended the strong bilateral relations between the two nations. He highlighted the historical friendship and cooperation extending over five decades and the significance of Russia's political, diplomatic, economic, and financial support.
Additionally, President Abbas outlined plans for a comprehensive national reform program aimed at strengthening the rule of law, governance, transparency, accountability, and the separation of powers.
President Putin reaffirmed Russia's consistent approach to the Palestinian issue, emphasizing that the establishment and operation of a Palestinian state are essential to achieving a lasting resolution to the Middle East conflict.
