Israel Gaza: US rejects global calls for ceasefire

The US has rejected global calls for a ceasefire between Israel and the Palestinian group Hamas, arguing it is not the "right answer right now".

National Security spokesperson John Kirby made the comments on Monday, suggesting instead "pauses" to allow aid to be delivered inside Gaza.

Currently, supplies of food, water, fuel and medicines for Gaza's 2.2 million residents are dangerously low.

But Israel has vowed there will be no ceasefire until Hamas is dismantled. read more