Palestinian Rivals Meet in China for Unity Talks

China has hosted a meeting between rival Palestinian groups Hamas and Fatah, with Chinese officials confirming that the two sides expressed their willingness to achieve reconciliation through dialogue and consultation. According to reports, the meeting took place in Beijing, although the exact date is unclear. This development comes as Israel continues to call for an immediate ceasefire in the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas, which began in October last year. It is worth noting that expectations for progress were low, with some reports suggesting that the talks may not have yielded concrete results. However, the fact that the two sides are willing to engage in dialogue is seen as a positive development by many observers.