OREANDA-NEWS Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Mikhail Bogdanov told Lebanese Ambassador to Moscow Shawki Boo Nassar about Moscow's support for the unity, territorial integrity and sovereignty of Lebanon in light of the aggravation in the Middle East, the Russian diplomatic department reported.

"During the conversation, there was a detailed discussion of the emerging military and political situation in the Middle East, which threatens to escalate into a large-scale conflict. Deep concern was expressed about the danger of an expansion of armed confrontation in the region with unpredictable consequences. The Russian side has confirmed its unwavering position in support of the unity, territorial integrity and sovereignty of the Lebanese Republic," reads a statement published on the website of the Russian Foreign Ministry.

The ministry added that the parties also discussed bilateral issues, including holding events dedicated to the 80th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Moscow and Beirut.