Israel has broadened its push, so far unsuccessful, to persuade other countries to take in Gazans en masse. Critics say the relocation could violate international law.

South Sudan and Israel are discussing a deal to resettle Palestinians from war-torn Gaza in the troubled African nation, three sources told Reuters - a plan quickly dismissed as unacceptable by Palestinian leaders.

Israel’s public broadcaster KAN said the announcement comes “amid reports of discussions with South Sudan on the possible transfer of Gaza residents to its territory,” though Juba has denied any such agreement.