Overview

• The statement was delivered by Vladimir Putin at the Valdai Discussion Club plenary in Sochi on October 2.
• He framed the stance within Russia’s longstanding position favoring the creation of both Israel and a Palestinian state, citing 1948 and a 1974 UN Security Council resolution.
• The White House proposal sets out an immediate ceasefire and the release of Hamas-held hostages within 72 hours.
• It outlines temporary external administration of Gaza with options for residents to leave and later return, and RIA reports technocratic authorities would govern under an international body led by Trump with Hamas excluded from control.
• Putin noted that Russia does not yet know how Israel will respond to the U.S. plan.