Putin: Iran and Israel should cease conflict

According to a report by Golden Finance, on the 18th local time, Russian President Putin stated during a meeting with foreign media leaders in St. Petersburg that Russia opposes trade wars and various trade restrictions, supports the establishment of a fair international order, and adheres to national trade rules. Regarding the situation in the Middle East, Putin stated that Iran and Israel should cease their conflict and seek ways to reach a consensus and ensure the interests of both sides. With regard to the relationship between Germany and the Russia-Ukraine conflict, Putin said that Germany could not be a mediator in the Russia-Ukraine conflict, because it did not hold a neutral position, but supported one side of the conflict. In some aspects, the Russian side sees Germany as a participant in the conflict. However, Putin also stated that if German Chancellor Mertz calls to express willingness to hold talks, Russia is always willing to contact him.