Zelenskyy sees Russia's hand in Israel conflict

KYIV: President

Volodymyr Zelenskyy

of Ukraine has accused Russia of wanting to precipitate conflict in the Middle East to undermine international support for Ukraine, in comments that reflect concern that the

Israel-Hamas

war could distract attention from Kyiv's fight.
In remarks released on social media on Monday night, Zelenskyy, who has repeatedly expressed support for Israel, also appeared to seek to rally support for his country at a time when Ukraine is facing stiff Russian resistance on the battlefield amid signs of wavering support among a few of its allies.
Zelenskyy also drew a line between Russia and Iran, both of which, he said, supported Hamas. "We see Russian propagandists gloating," he said. "We see Moscow's Iranian friends openly supporting those who attacked Israel."