Since the last round of US-brokered peace negotiations, between Israel and the Palestinians - collapsed in 2014 - and while the West prefers to focus on other international and regional challenges; Russia has stepped up efforts to use its unique position in the Middle East by persuading both Israel and the Palestinians to resume negotiations under its own auspices.
Guests Ms Michlin Shapir, Research associate - INSS; and Ms Paula Slier, Middle East Bureau Chief – Russia Today. Analyst Amir Oren.
