INTERNATIONAL — April 11, 2026
Russia Demands Immediate Halt to Israeli Bombing of Lebanon
Russia's Foreign Ministry demanded an immediate halt to Israel's bombing of Lebanon and urged participants in Iran-US talks in Pakistan to act responsibly. It described the talks as an opportunity to resolve the difficult situation in the Gulf region.
The Ehtebar Desk — originates with RTA — 2 min read
MOSCOW (Afghan Verified) — Russia's Foreign Ministry demanded an immediate halt to Israel's bombing of Lebanon.
The demand was outlined in a statement issued by the ministry on Friday. It specifically called for an end to the aerial operations targeting Lebanese territory.
In the same statement, Russia's Foreign Ministry urged participants in talks related to Iran, which are taking place in Pakistan, to adopt a responsible approach. The participants were encouraged to conduct their discussions with care amid regional sensitivities.
The ministry described the talks between Iran and the United States in Pakistan as an opportunity to resolve the difficult situation in the Gulf region. This characterization positions the diplomatic engagement as a potential pathway to de-escalate tensions in the area.
The statement links the call to stop the bombing with broader diplomatic efforts, emphasizing responsibility in ongoing negotiations.
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Russia on Friday urged an immediate end to attacks on Lebanon, as US and Iranian delegations are set to begin historic direct talks in Islamabad, Pakistan, on Saturday.
- Russia condemns Israeli attack on Lebanon, calls for immediate ceasefire | Middle East Eyemiddleeasteye.net
Russia’s foreign ministry has strongly condemned the Israeli strikes on Lebanon that took place on Wednesday and called for an immediate ceasefire, which should "extend" to Lebanon.
Zakharova said that Russia advocates for an immediate ceasefire in the Israeli-Lebanese conflict zone and a return to the focus of political and diplomatic efforts, including ensuring the full implementation of UN Security Council Resolution 1701.
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