Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has cancelled peace talks with Hamas after the UN Security Council called for an immediate ceasefire in the Israel-Gaza conflict.

The US abstained from the vote on Israel's stance at the UN, a move that Hamas attributes to domestic and international pressure on President Joe Biden.

The cancellation of peace talks coincides with the scrapping of a planned visit to Washington by a high-level Israeli delegation.

The US is advocating for a ceasefire and the release of hostages, while also continuing to provide Israel with weapons for the war.

A serious rift has emerged between the US and Israel, marking a significant strain in their relationship amid escalating conflict.

Israel's defense minister is in Washington attempting to reinforce US support, despite disagreements over military tactics including a potential ground offensive in Rafah.

US Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin has voiced concerns over the high civilian toll and lack of humanitarian aid in the Gaza Strip.

With the conflict ongoing, the IDF has increased bombings in Gaza, hitting over 60 sites, and ceasefire negotiations in Qatar are not advancing.