Statement by Russia at the 4th session of the conference on the Establishment of a Middle East Zone Free of Nuclear Weapons and other WMD

Statement by Russia at the 4th session of the conference on the Establishment of a Middle East Zone Free of Nuclear Weapons and other WMD

The statement expresses concern over the humanitarian crisis in Gaza and calls for a just settlement of the conflict in accordance with the UN Security Council and UNGA, based on the two-state solution formula. The statement emphasizes the urgent need for an ME WMDFZ. It states that the conference represents a crucial element in building trust and serves as a channel for communication between states of the region. It expresses disappointment in Israel's lack of participation in the conference. It recognized Russia’s contribution to the process by hosting a round table in Vienna focusing on the nuclear aspects of the WMDFZ and suggested a similar format could be useful in the future.