US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has cautioned Israel against advancing annexation efforts in the West Bank, warning that such moves could jeopardize a recently brokered peace deal aimed at ending hostilities in Gaza. On Wednesday, Israeli lawmakers pushed forward two bills related to annexing the occupied territory, drawing concern from the United States, which has signaled it cannot support these actions at this time. Rubio also expressed alarm over rising settler violence against Palestinians, noting that any destabilizing actions threaten the fragile peace process. Despite these challenges, Rubio remains optimistic about the progress of the peace deal, emphasizing ongoing US commitment to its success and the importance of cooperation from regional partners.