Deputy Foreign Minister Sharren Haskel has made Israel's first official visit to South Sudan, meeting with the country's president and foreign minister and signing a diplomatic memorandum of understanding. During her trip, Haskel also toured an Israeli trauma center credited with saving many children's lives. The visit takes place as reports circulate about possible discussions to resettle Palestinians from Gaza in South Sudan, a claim the South Sudanese government has firmly denied, stating it does not reflect official policy. These reports are said to be part of wider efforts by Israel to promote emigration from Gaza amid the ongoing conflict.