Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Palestine, its envoy Adnan A Alihaijaa said on Thursday without elaborating when it will take place. Read | US recognition of Jerusalem: India says position on Palestine consistent“Maybe I announce it here (in the show) and let you all know before everyone else Mr Modi will visit Palestine. Participating in a discussion on the channel, Alihaijaa said India has been supportive of the Palestinian cause and the two-state solution. In July, Modi became the first prime minister of India to visit Israel but he had made a departure from the tradition of Indian leaders visiting Palestine. Reacting to the US’ announcement recognising Jerusalem as Israel’s capital, India said its position on Palestine is independent, consistent and not determined by any third country.

Source: Hindustan Times December 07, 2017 14:57 UTC