VLADIVOSTOK, Russia: Malaysia and Russia agreed to demand that Israel stop the violent and cruel attacks on Gaza immediately.

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said this at his exit press conference on the last day of his working visit to Russia today to attend the 9th Eastern Economic Forum (EEF) here.

At the same time, Anwar said Malaysia respects the steps taken by Egypt to channel humanitarian aid, food and medicine to Gaza.

Yesterday, Anwar also held a bilateral meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin.

-- BERNAMA