U.S. Special Envoy Steve Witkoff called off ceasefire negotiations with Hamas on Thursday, saying the terrorist group was not negotiating in good faith.
Witkoff is sending his diplomats home from Doha, Qatar, after multiple failed attempts to secure a ceasefire between Hamas and Israel and the return of the remaining hostages in the Gaza Strip, he announced on X on Thursday. The U.S. and Israeli had previously agreed to a 60-day ceasefire proposal in early July, but Hamas was reticent to the deal and proposed modifications the Israelis reportedly found unacceptable.
“We have decided to bring our team home from Doha for consultations after the latest response from Hamas, which clearly shows a lack of desire to reach a ceasefire in Gaza,” Witkoff announced on X on Thursday. “While the mediators have made a great effort, Hamas does not appear to be coordinated or acting in good faith. We will now consider alternative options to bring the hostages home and try to create a more stable environment for the people of Gaza. It is a shame that Hamas has acted in this selfish way. We are resolute in seeking an end to this conflict and a permanent peace in Gaza.”
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