During a congress on multilateralism organized by the Russian Culture Enthusiasts Forum in Moscow last February, a notable shift in the tone of Russian official discourse was observed. Historically conciliatory towards Israel, Russia seems to have adopted a more critical, even hostile, stance, as evidenced by remarks made during the event. This new direction surprised many observers, who were accustomed to a more moderate Russian policy towards Israel over the past three decades.

Russian philosopher Alexander Dugin marked the congress with his sharp speech against Zionism and Israel, which he accuses of contributing to a broader war waged by the West against the rest of the world. This rhetoric, unexpected among the Russian elite, is part of a broader series of positions taken by Moscow.

Indeed, since the Al-Aqsa events, Russia has strengthened its support for the Palestinian cause while strongly criticizing Israel's actions. President Vladimir Putin's statements comparing Israel's actions in Gaza to the Nazi siege of Leningrad were particularly striking. These bold parallels reveal a more open and critical Russian alignment towards Israel, contrasting with the historical caution of Russian diplomacy.

Internationally, Russian delegate Alexander Nebenzia also made his voice heard against Israel at the United Nations, not hesitating to use the veto right against American attempts to support Israel through resolutions. This more assertive posture marks a potential turning point in Russian international relations, highlighting an era of less conciliatory and more engaged Russian diplomacy in the geopolitical dynamics of the Middle East.

What are the real motives behind Russia's adoption of such stark positions? Is it solely in support of the Palestinian cause, deemed just? It seems there is another dimension, specifically Russian, linked notably to Israel's support for Ukraine in the conflict it faces against Russia. According to Russian authorities, this alliance is not insignificant: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and ten of his ministers also hold Israeli nationality, a figure that contrasts with the 1% Jewish representation in the Ukrainian population.

For Moscow, this would be proof of global Zionism's dominance over the Ukrainian government, perceived as the spearhead of the West against Russia. In response, Moscow accuses Kyiv of pursuing harmful policies in the Middle East and Africa, thus exacerbating tensions in the Ukrainian conflict. Moreover, reports circulating in the international media reveal the secret involvement of Ukrainian special forces and intelligence services in global conflicts. They would particularly participate in Gaza, supporting the Israeli army against the Palestinians and the Hamas movement. Videos broadcast by Al Arabiya confirm this participation, showing Ukrainian special services agents alongside Israeli troops.

These interventions have reportedly caused considerable human losses, not only among Palestinians but also within the ranks of mercenaries, including various nationalities such as American, French, and other Europeans. These developments raise questions about international involvement and the consequences of the foreign policies pursued by Israel and Ukraine.

According to sources in Moscow, the Kyiv regime seeks to secure Israel's support in its conflict with Russia, particularly by soliciting advanced military equipment and dual-use material from Tel Aviv. This strategy is of critical importance for Kyiv, especially given the uncertainty of continued Western support in terms of armaments and financial aid necessary for its confrontation with Moscow.

It seems that negotiations between Kyiv and its Western allies, particularly the United States and European countries, are not yielding the expected results, prompting President Zelensky to intensify his efforts to ensure international support. Recently, American media, including CNN, reported that Ukrainian special forces might be involved in organizing strikes against rapid intervention forces in Sudan.

In this context, Kyiv, encouraged by Western leaders, seems to be meddling in internal conflicts and civil wars in sovereign states, notably to demonstrate its loyalty to Washington and maximize Western support, especially in terms of sophisticated NATO armaments. Kyiv's involvement in conflicts around the world could constitute a violation of the principles of international law, pursuing geopolitical objectives that tend to destabilize regions such as the Middle East and Africa. This situation favors the escalation of local conflicts into regional and international confrontations involving major global powers.

Zelensky's support for Israel, especially in the conflict with Hamas, enhances Ukraine's alignment against the interests of the Arab world, despite Kyiv's attempts to strengthen its relations with certain Arab countries. Relations with several of these nations are now strained, following Zelensky's unconditional support for Israel in its offensive on Gaza. Moreover, Zelensky recently proposed a law to classify Hamas as a terrorist organization, a move that could further deteriorate relations with the Arab world. Experts from the "Washington Post" believe that Zelensky's policies could be perceived by Arab countries as a manifestation of the double standards of the Western world, making it difficult for Kyiv to forge close ties with Middle Eastern Arab nations, including those normalizing relations with Israel.

Ukrainian leaders have not only adopted a position aligned with that of Tel Aviv, but they have also refused to recognize any responsibility of the Israeli military in civilian losses in Gaza. This attitude of Kyiv reveals a selective approach to the Palestinian issue, which goes against the principles of international humanitarian law governing armed conflicts.

Furthermore, Western countries, as well as regimes perceived as satellites of the West, like Kyiv, continue to actively support Israeli military operations in Gaza. These operations, often marked by indiscriminate bombings, have caused the death and injury of thousands of Palestinian civilians.

In a similar vein, the government of Kyiv conducts indiscriminate attacks against civilian infrastructure and residences in the Donbass region, inciting a wave of intimidation and terror among civilians. The West's response to these actions remains uniformly supportive, despite accusations of war crimes weighing on both Israel's actions in Gaza and those of Ukraine in Donbass.

This consistency in the Western approach reinforces Russia's sympathy for the Palestinian cause, illustrating a double standard in managing international conflicts that continues to characterize Western foreign policy.