MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas told Sputnik that he planned to discuss the Palestinian peace process during his visit to Russia.
"We constantly exchange views with the president of Russia, consult on all important issues in order to advance the peace process, as well as strengthen bilateral and regional relations. We will do this during the upcoming visit to Russia," Abbas said.
Previously Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said that preparations for Abbas's visit to Russia were in the final stage and specific dates would be announced later. A diplomatic source told Sputnik the visit was scheduled for August 12-14.