“Russia categorically condemns the attack on Lebanon and calls on the Israeli authorities to immediately cease hostilities, withdraw their troops from Lebanese territory and begin a real search for peaceful ways to resolve the Middle East conflict.” This is stated in an official statement of the Russian Foreign Ministry.
The statement also called for the search for peaceful ways to resolve the Middle East conflict.
“On the night of October 1, Israel launched a ground operation in Lebanon. The Israeli military said it was conducting limited, localized strikes on Lebanese territory aimed at destroying Hezbollah infrastructure in the border area. Currently, armored vehicles supported by air and artillery, has already invaded Lebanon. At the same time, the Lebanese army is reported to have left its positions in the Blue Line area and retreated deeper into the country. There are reports of dozens of Lebanese civilians killed,” the ministry said.
The combined nature of the Israeli invasion, involving all branches of the military, suggests that the death toll will rise steadily. It is obvious that such a step, taken by the military-political leadership of Israel after the assassination of a number of Hezbollah leaders, will lead to a further escalation of violence in the Middle East region, added the Russian foreign ministry.
We express our solidarity with the leadership and people of friendly Lebanon, which was subjected to armed aggression. Our sincere condolences to the families and friends of the victims, the statement concludes.”
