Will the US send troops to Israel? Statement released

US Vice President Kamala Harris announced that there are no plans to send troops to Israel or Gaza.

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Speaking to CBS News, US Vice President Kamala Harris stated that Israel has the "right to defend itself."

Emphasizing that "Hamas and the Palestinians should not be equated," Harris said, "Palestinians deserve the same security, determination, and dignity as Israelis."

Pointing out that the rules of war must be adhered to in the Israel-Palestine conflict, Harris highlighted the importance of the continued flow of humanitarian aid to Palestine.

"WE HAVE NO INTENTION OF SENDING TROOPS"

US Vice President Harris stated, "We have no plans or intentions to send troops to Israel or Gaza," and called on Iran not to get involved in the matter.