US-Israel talks on Rafah planned for next week

US and Israeli officials are expected to convene in Washington early next week to deliberate on Israel's military activities in Rafah, White House spokesperson Karine Jean-Pierre announced on Tuesday.

Jean-Pierre mentioned that President Joe Biden requested Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to dispatch a high-level delegation, including military, intelligence, and humanitarian officials to Washington for detailed discussions in the upcoming days.

She added that while specifics were still under finalisation, the meeting is anticipated to take place early next week. She also mentioned that the White House has called on Israel to enhance its efforts in facilitating the entry of humanitarian aid into Gaza.