Russia, Iran leaders express hope Gaza ceasefire-hostage deal will be implemented, lead to stability

Russia hopes that the ceasefire in Gaza will lead to long-term stabilization of the region, President Vladimir Putin says at a joint press conference with his Iranian counterpart Masoud Pezeshkian.

Pezeshkian says he hoped the ceasefire would be implemented.

Putin says it was important not to weaken efforts toward a comprehensive settlement of the conflict between Israel and the Palestinians, leading to the creation of an independent Palestinian state.

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