The US Department of State said on Friday that the talks will also cover the release of Israeli hostages being held by Hamas, among other issues.

Israeli forces are attempting to seize Gaza City. On Friday, they urged people there to move to central and southern areas of the strip.

A local media outlet in Gaza said Israeli attacks on Friday killed at least 36 Palestinians.

Israel’s expanded offensive has drawn widespread criticism. The global community also condemned the country for targeting Hamas delegates on Tuesday in Doha. They were in the Qatari capital to discuss a ceasefire in Gaza.