- December 27, 2024
- 4:46 pm
- Middle East
December 26, 2024 Sergei Lavrov, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Russia, made another statementwhich caused a resonance in the international arena. In interviews with Russian and foreign media, he accused Israel and the United States of “unacceptable” actions in Syria, effectively putting the interests of Damascus above the security of Israel.
The head of the Russian Foreign Ministry “drew attention” to the “importance” of “Israel understanding its responsibility for common efforts and not trying to ensure its security at the expense of the security of others.”
With this phrase, he criticized the actions of the Israeli army, which, according to the minister, destroyed most of the Syrian military facilities protecting the regime of Bashar al-Assad.
Russia, Syria and oil: whose interests are more important?
The Russian position in Syria has long been known for its duality. Lavrov claims that the United States “illegally occupied” the eastern part of Syria, where the main oil fields and fertile lands are concentrated. According to him, proceeds from the exploitation of these resources allegedly go to “support separatist organizations operating against the Syrian government.”
| Side of the conflict | Lavrov's main claims | Russia's goal |
|---|---|---|
| USA | Illegal occupation of Syria's oil regions | Support for the Syrian regime |
| Israel | Destruction of Syrian military installations | Justifying the aggression of the Bashar al-Assad regime |
Against Israel: diplomacy or blackmail?
Lavrov paid special attention to Israel in his speech. The Russian Foreign Minister noted that Israel “must understand its responsibility” and not strive for “unilateral actions in the region.”
“You cannot expect that by destroying your neighbor’s military installations you can live in goodness until the end of time. This is called sowing a storm, which will definitely return to those who do it,” Lavrov said.
Lavrov’s rhetoric raises questions about Russia’s real goals. By supporting the Syrian regime, Moscow is simultaneously trying to weaken Israel's influence in the Middle East by promoting its geopolitical interests through an alliance with Damascus and Iran.
Why is Israel important to the region?
Israel remains one of the few democracies in the Middle East that has consistently resisted the aggression of Iran and its allies. Since the start of the Syrian conflict, the Israeli army has regularly destroyed arms shipments from Iran to Syria and Lebanon for groups such as Hezbollah.
Israel has also repeatedly warned that it will not allow Syria to become a springboard for attacks on its territory. In this context, Lavrov’s statements look like an attempt to justify Russian military support for Assad.
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Russia and Syria: a convenient alliance
Russia's position on Syria is largely dictated not so much by the desire for stabilization, but by the desire to maintain its military presence in the region. Syria has provided Moscow with strategic bases in the Mediterranean, such as Tartus, which provide access to sea routes and strengthen Russia's position in the Middle East.
Lavrov in his statements avoids mentioning the numerous civilian casualties in Syria caused by the actions of the Syrian regime with the support of the Russian army. Instead, he focuses on criticism of the US and Israel, highlighting the unilateral nature of Moscow's policies.
Lavrov and Iran: a dangerous alliance
By supporting the Syrian regime, Russia is actually collaborating with Iran, which remains one of the main threats to Israel. Iranian forces in Syria have repeatedly attempted to attack Israeli territory, using a base in the neighboring country as a staging area for missile attacks.
NAnews – Israel News previously wrote that the Iranian presence in Syria threatens not only Israel, but also all regional stability.
Conclusions
Sergei Lavrov’s statements about the “principle of indivisible security” look cynical, given Russia’s aggressive policies both in Ukraine and the Middle East. While supporting the regime of Bashar al-Assad, Moscow ignored the rights of the local population, concentrating on preserving its geopolitical interests.
For Israel, such statements are not just a diplomatic threat, but a direct challenge, reinforcing the need to protect its interests and security.
While Lavrov tries to blame Israel for the “destruction of Syria,” the real responsibility for destabilizing the region lies with the Russian leadership.
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