Jerusalem: US Secretary of State Marco Rubio is currently in Israel as the military operations intensify in northern Gaza, resulting in the destruction of several high-rise buildings and the death of at least 13 Palestinians. His visit is scheduled for two days and coincides with an emergency summit in Qatar involving Arab leaders. The United Nations is also preparing for a debate concerning Palestinian statehood.

According to France24.com, Rubio is expected to meet again with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu this afternoon. The discussions will likely focus on the ongoing situation in Gaza and the West Bank. This meeting follows heightened tensions and military actions in the region.