Jerusalem: US Secretary of State Marco Rubio arrived in Israel Thursday evening for Gaza ceasefire talks, the Israeli public broadcaster KAN reported. Rubio's visit follows closely on the heels of a 3-day visit by Vice President JD Vance, who engaged in discussions with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and senior officials.

According to Anadolu Agency, Rubio's mission is to support the successful implementation of President Donald Trump's comprehensive plan to end the conflict in Gaza. The State Department has emphasized the importance of Rubio's role in ensuring the ceasefire's success.

The first phase of the ceasefire agreement took effect on October 10, marking a crucial step towards resolving the ongoing conflict in the region. The visit by high-ranking US officials underscores the international effort to stabilize the situation and promote peace in the area.