Israel to send delegation for Gaza truce talks in Paris

IANS | February 23, 2024 4:40 AM

Jerusalem, Feb 23 (IANS) Israel's war cabinet decided on Thursday night to send a delegation for Gaza ceasefire talks in Paris on Friday, as international negotiators renew efforts to secure a deal between Israel and Hamas.

As onslaught on Rafah looms, US vetoes Gaza resolution at UNSC

IANS | February 21, 2024 12:09 AM

United Nations, Feb 21 (IANS) With an Israeli attack looming on Rafah, where more than a million Palestinians are huddling, the US on Tuesday vetoed a Security Council opposing "forced displacement" of civilians and calling for an immediate humanitarian ceasefire in Gaza.