The heir to the Spanish throne, Prince Felipe and his wife Letizia will visit Israel next week. The royal couple's official visit will begin Sunday. The two will also visit the Palestinian Authority.
This will be the first visit to Israel forFelipe, son of Spain's King Juan Carlos. The Spanish heir's visit is a gesture of goodwill marking the 25 anniversary of the foundation of diplomatic relations between the two countries.
The royal couple's visit will include a stay at the Presidential Residence, a visit to Yad Vashem, a reception for Spanish expats, a meeting with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu anda visit to the Israel Museum in Jerusalem.
Following their visit the couple will then continue on to Ramallah and from there to Jordan.