Jakarta, June 16 -- President Prabowo Subianto reaffirmed Indonesia's support for the Palestinian people during a phone conversation with Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas on Monday evening.

Cabinet Secretary Teddy Indra Wijaya said on Monday the call reflected the close relationship between Indonesia and Palestine, which has long been built on brotherhood, solidarity, and support for the Palestinian struggle.

"During the phone call, President Mahmoud Abbas conveyed the latest developments in Palestine and expressed his appreciation for Indonesia's consistent, concrete support for the Palestinian people," Teddy said.

He added that Abbas also expressed hope that Indonesia would continue playing an active role in supporting the Palesti...