Russian President Vladimir Putin made a rare foreign visit to the United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia on Wednesday, seeking to strengthen Moscow’s ties with the two Gulf allies and boost its influence in the Middle East at the time when Israeli war crimes in Gaza sparked.
Putin was welcomed by Abu Dhabi Crown Prince Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan.
Russian president’s surprise visit to the Middle East is a sign of Russia’s expanding role and influence in the Middle East, where it has challenged the traditional dominance of the United States and its allies.
Putin visits UAE and Saudi Arabia amid Israel War on Gaza
