The White House says there are “sensitive discussions” taking place over US President Donald Trump’s proposal to end the war in the Gaza Strip.

“I can tell you that there are some very sensitive discussions that are taking place but I certainly don’t want to get ahead of any announcement at this podium,” White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt told reporters at a regular briefing.

“I’m going to let Special Envoy (Steve) Witkoff and the president of the United States handle that”.

Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz on Wednesday ordered all remaining Palestinians to leave Gaza City, saying it was their “last opportunity” and that anyone who stayed would be considered a militant supporter and face the “full force” of Israel’s latest offensive.

At least 16 Palestinians were killed a

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