India has once again reaffirmed its longstanding position in favour of a negotiated two state solution to the Israel,Palestine conflict, while also reiterating its continued support for the Palestinian people.
The statement was made on Tuesday, August 18, 2026, by Sripriya Ranganathan, Secretary in the Ministry of External Affairs handling Consular, Passport and Visa and Overseas Indian Affairs.
Ranganathan is currently on an official visit to Egypt, Palestine and Lebanon, scheduled from August 16 to 21. Her visit comes as India continues to engage with countries in the region and reiterate its diplomatic position on the long running Israel,Palestine issue.
India Maintains Its Longstanding Position
India has consistently advocated a peaceful resolution to the Israel,Palestine conflict through negotiations. Its support for a two-state solution reflects the position that Israelis and Palestinians should be able to coexist as two states, with the dispute resolved through dialogue and mutually agreed arrangements.
By reiterating this position, New Delhi has maintained continuity in its approach to the Palestinian issue while emphasizing diplomacy rather than unilateral action.
Support for the Palestinian People
Alongside its backing for a negotiated political settlement, India has reaffirmed its support for the Palestinian people.
India relationship with Palestine has traditionally included political, developmental and humanitarian engagement. New Delhi has also maintained diplomatic contacts with both Palestinian representatives and Israel, reflecting its broader approach of engaging with different sides of the conflict.
Regional Engagement
Ranganathan visit to Egypt, Palestine and Lebanon provides an opportunity for India to strengthen its engagement with key countries and stakeholders in the region.
Her visit comes against the backdrop of continued international efforts to address the Israel-Palestine conflict, where questions surrounding security, sovereignty, borders and the future of the Palestinian territories remain highly contested.
For India, reiterating support for negotiations underscores its preference for a diplomatic pathway toward a lasting settlement.
A Consistent Diplomatic Message
The latest remarks do not represent a major shift in Indias policy. Instead, they reinforce New Delhi established position that a durable resolution should emerge through negotiations and should address the aspirations of both Israelis and Palestinians.
With Ranganathan ongoing regional visit, India is signalling that its engagement with the Middle East remains focused on diplomacy, regional relationships and support for a peaceful political settlement.
Ultimately, whether a two state solution can be achieved will depend on negotiations among the parties involved and broader international and regional efforts. India latest statement therefore represents a reaffirmation of its diplomatic position rather than a new proposal for resolving the conflict.