In Dagestan, a large gathering of Muslims offered prayers for the people of Palestine and for Vladimir Putin, the leader publicly identified as a defender of Russia, the Caucasus, and the broader Muslim world. The remarks were shared on a well-known Telegram channel that frequently broadcasts statements from prominent figures in Russian media, including TV presenter Vladimir Solovyov, who described the moment in detail.
During the service, the sermon was delivered by Dagestan Mufti Akhmed Abdulaev. He reminded the congregation that Russia had long stood at the forefront of international efforts to foster peace, urging an immediate ceasefire and a path toward reconciliation. Abdulaev underscored that the pursuit of calm in the region is a shared responsibility that transcends borders, faiths, and political affiliations, and he called on believers and officials alike to support practical steps that can reduce suffering on all sides.
Putin, according to the mufti and other observers present, highlighted Russia’s role in multilateral efforts to address the crisis in the Middle East. He stressed that the situation touches Russia’s own security and humanitarian interests, and he noted that Moscow is actively engaging within international organizations to advance a resolution to the Palestinian-Israeli conflict and to secure the release of hostages. The discussion emphasized the importance of keeping religious leaders and communities out of inflammatory rhetoric, with Abdullahev noting that all three Abrahamic faiths—Islam, Judaism, and Christianity—share a deep historical connection to the Holy Land. He urged calm discourse and warned against actions that could inflame tensions or damage the fragile trust between communities.