The Kremlin is ready to back any move that could lead to the release of hostages and a ceasefire, Russia’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs says.
“We are ready to support any action that will lead to the release of the hostages and a ceasefire,” Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov said.
“But we believe that the actions should be constructive, aimed at a comprehensive solution of the problem within the framework of international law and previously adopted Security Council resolutions,” Peskov added.
The comments come as international pressure continues to mount with calls for Israel to halt an offensive in the southern Gazan city of Rafah.
Israeli forces managed to rescue two hostages during overnight operations Monday in the city.
Of the some 240 hostages abducted in the October 7 attack attacks led by Hamas, a total of 112 have now been freed. Some 130 are still unaccounted for. Of these, about 30 are thought to be dead, according to Israeli officials.
More than 200 people were taken hostage on October 7 in designated a terrorist organization by the US, EU and Israel among others. Around 130 are believed to still be in Gaza.
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