India’s Secretary Ranganathan Supports Two-State Solution in Palestine Visit

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India's External Affairs Secretary Sripriya Ranganathan reiterated India's support for a two-state solution during a diplomatic visit to Palestine.

Background

Secretary Sripriya Ranganathan met with Palestinian Foreign Minister Varsen Aghabekian Shahin on August 18, 2026. The discussion focused on bilateral relations, humanitarian needs in Gaza, and development initiatives.

Facts for Prelims

• PostSripriya Ranganathan: Secretary in the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA)
• PlacePalestine: A non-member observer state at the United Nations
• FactIndia's official stance: Support for a two-state solution for peace in the Middle East

For Mains

Q. Discuss India's strategic importance in mediating Middle Eastern conflicts and its role in advocating for a two-state solution in Palestine.

Dimensions to cover in your answer

• Strategic autonomy
• Humanitarian diplomacy
• Energy security interests

Keywords: Two-state solution · Strategic autonomy · Bilateral diplomacy · Humanitarian intervention

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