Ceasefire negotiations between Israel, Hamas, and international mediators have broken down after the US and Israel withdrew their negotiating teams from talks in Qatar.
US special envoy Steve Witkoff accused Hamas of acting in bad faith and lacking the desire to reach a ceasefire, while humanitarian conditions in Gaza continue to deteriorate, with widespread starvation and blocked aid deliveries. The US announced it is now considering 'alternative options' to secure the release of Israeli hostages. Hamas, meanwhile, claims it is still willing to negotiate but insists on progress toward a permanent ceasefire.
The collapse of talks marks a major setback for diplomatic efforts to end the conflict and address the worsening humanitarian crisis in Gaza.
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