Russia, Israel discuss relations & joint events to mark 65th V-Day

The meeting was held in Jerusalem; then the Russian senator held a separate meeting with deputy director-general of the Foreign Ministry Pinahas Avivi.

According to Paal, "apart from questions on the development of bilateral relations, the sides also examined international topics, including the Iranian question and future of the Palestinian territories". They "discussed separately preparation for celebrating the 65th anniversary of the Victory in the Great Patriotic War, 1941-1945, and organisation of joint events," she emphasised.

According to the press secretary, Margelov and Avivi also paid attention to the development of business contacts. "On learning that a group of Israeli businessmen intends to participate in the Sochi business forum next spring, Margelov noted that there are also the St. Petersburg and Baikal forums in Russia. He expressed interest that Israeli businessmen should also participate in them," Paal added; Kazinform refers to Itar-Tass.

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