“During the conversation, an exchange of views took place on topical regional issues, including the issues of Syrian settlement and the situation in Palestinian-Israeli affairs. Some practical aspects of Russian-Israeli multifaceted ties were also touched upon, ”the message on the Russian Foreign Ministry website said.

It is noted that the meeting was held on the initiative of the Israeli side.

On March 21, US President Donald Trump called for recognition of Israeli sovereignty over the Golan Heights.