Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas has demanded that Gaza Strip must be transferred to the control of the legitimate Palestinian authorities, Reuters reports.

“We strongly oppose Israeli plans that provide for some temporary solutions,” he told Russia’s state news agency RIA.

Abbas told RIA that he plans to discuss the peace process in the region with Russia’s President Vladimir Putin and coordinate positions.

“The main goal of our visit is to hold consultations and exchange views on the latest events in the Palestinian and international arenas, coordinate positions and strengthen bilateral relations in all areas,” RIA cited Abbas as saying.

Abbas is also expected to visit Turkiye from August 14-15.