Israel–Russia relations - Wikipedia
Russian president Vladimir Putin and Israeli prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu in 2016. The two long-serving leaders have had a close relationship. The State of Israel is represented in the …
What is Russia’s role in the Israel-Gaza crisis? - Brookings
Jan 31, 2024 · Putin sees Israel as a key pillar of Russia's foreign policy in the Middle East, but the bilateral relationship has ruptured since October 7.
Putin is ready to take advantage of Israel-Gaza war, says Steve ... - BBC
Oct 13, 2023 · With the upsurge in violence in the Middle East dominating the international news agenda, Moscow is counting on dramatic headlines from Israel to divert attention from …
Why isn't Russia stepping up to confront Israel?
Nov 4, 2024 · The large Russian diaspora in Israel is becoming more critical of Russia and can no longer be viewed as a political asset or soft power tool for Moscow.
Putin’s Muted Response to Attack on Israel Speaks Volumes - The …
Oct 10, 2023 · Israel has not participated in Western sanctions against Russia, and has refused to provide weapons to Ukraine because, Mr. Netanyahu has said, they could end up in Iranian …
The Gaza War Has Convinced Russia It Was Right All Along
Dec 7, 2023 · People can argue endlessly about the reasons for the war in Ukraine, or Israel’s operation in Gaza, but for many the conclusion is obvious: the United States was critical of …
How the Hamas-Israel Conflict Benefits Russia - TIME
Oct 30, 2023 · Russia has defended its decision to host Hamas members in Moscow, saying it is important to maintain ties with both sides in the Israel-Hamas conflict. The Russian Foreign …
Israel and Russia: The End of a Friendship?
Nov 21, 2023 · Israel did not impose any financial sanctions on Russia, declined to send weapons to Kyiv despite repeated requests from Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, and failed to …
Russia-Israel: With Gaza War, A Complicated Relationship Gets …
Nov 6, 2023 · Less than three weeks after Hamas's brutal attack on Israel, leaders of the radical group -- designated a terrorist organization by the U.S. and EU -- showed up in Moscow for …
Israel Faces Tough Balancing Act on Russia and the West
Mar 19, 2024 · At the United Nations, Russia has questioned Israel’s right to self-defense and repeatedly called for a humanitarian cease-fire to halt Israel’s military campaign. Russia has …