Ceasefire negotiations between Israel, the US, and Hamas in Qatar have broken down, with both the US and Israel recalling their negotiating teams.
US special envoy Steve Witkoff accused Hamas of acting in bad faith and lacking the desire to reach a ceasefire, while Hamas countered that it remains committed to talks. The collapse comes amid worsening humanitarian conditions in Gaza, including widespread starvation and ongoing hostilities. Mediators had hoped for progress, but disagreements over key issues, such as control of food aid and the terms of a truce, remain unresolved.
The US has indicated it is now considering 'alternative options' to secure the release of hostages and address the crisis.
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