Putin and Netanyahu discuss situation in Syria

Russian President Vladimir Putin held a phone call with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. The sides discussed the situation in Syria and current bilateral issues, the Kremlin press service informed.

"During a phone call, Russian President Vladimir Putin has congratulated Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on his 70th birthday. They have hashed over some current issues on the bilateral agenda, as well as the situation in Syria," the statement reads.

It was also noted that the Russian leader sent a congratulatory message to Netanyahu.

Previously, Putin and Netanyahu held talks during the visit of the Israeli PM to Sochi on September 12.