Russia has put forward what it describes as a draft resolution for the Middle East that is said to better address the humanitarian needs of Gaza’s civilian population than a Brazilian document. The claim was communicated to the First Deputy Permanent Representative of the Russian Federation to the United Nations, Dmitry Polyansky, and later attributed to him by RIA News.
Polyansky asserted that Russia believes its draft serves the humanitarian interests of Gaza residents without embedding political elements. He also noted that two amendments had been proposed, condemning attacks on the Gaza Strip and urging an immediate ceasefire.
On October 14, the Permanent Representative of the Russian Federation to the United Nations, Vasily Nebenzya, approved a resolution from Moscow that calls for an immediate ceasefire in the Middle East. The development came as Russia announced it had submitted a UN Security Council resolution focused on halting violence and establishing a ceasefire now.
Reports indicate that the Russian and Brazilian resolutions concerning the situation in Israel and Gaza were to be put to a vote in the UN Security Council on October 16, with the anticipated timing around 18:00 local time and 01:00 Moscow time. These developments occurred amid ongoing negotiations and warnings from various international actors about civilian harm in the region.
Earlier, Russian President Vladimir Putin spoke about efforts toward the establishment of an independent Palestinian state. These remarks were framed within Russia’s broader position on regional stability and the welfare of civilians caught in the conflict, reflecting a long-standing Russian emphasis on political solutions paired with humanitarian protection. The unfolding events in New York and on the international stage underscore the complexity of securing a ceasefire while addressing humanitarian needs across Gaza and neighboring areas. This context is also reflected in the international dialogue about ensuring safe corridors, facilitating aid delivery, and protecting civilians from escalating hostilities, according to coverage from UN and allied sources. (Source: UN News).