India reiterates support for negotiated two-state solution in Palestine: MEA Secretary Ranganathan

On August 18, 2026, India reiterated its support for a negotiated two-state solution in Palestine, according to Sripriya Ranganathan, a secretary at the External Affairs Ministry. The External Affairs Ministry representative visited Egypt, Palestine, and Lebanon from August 16 to 21. Ranganathan met with Varsen Aghabekian Shahin, the Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates of Palestine, and conveyed India's concern over the dire humanitarian situation in Gaza.

During their meeting, both sides discussed India-Palestine bilateral relations, including development cooperation initiatives. India maintains its long-standing support for a two-state solution with Israel and Palestine coexisting peacefully and securely within recognized borders, in accordance with international law. The leaders reviewed various aspects of India-Palestine relations, focusing on the current situation in Palestine, developments in Gaza, humanitarian needs, and India's long-standing development partnership with the Palestinian people.

Ms. Ranganathan emphasized India's consistent support for the Palestinian people and their quest for a negotiated two-state solution, stressing India's commitment to peace, stability, and a lasting political resolution of the conflict through dialogue and diplomacy.