The United States withdrew its negotiating team from talks with Hamas in Doha, citing the militant group's lack of cooperation. This decision comes after weeks of stalled negotiations and a deadly day in which at least 85 Palestinians were killed attempting to access food.
The US had been seeking an end to the conflict, but progress has been elusive under President Trump's administration. The withdrawal of the US team is a significant development in the crisis, as it was one of the key parties facilitating the talks.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office also recalled its negotiating team from Qatar after Hamas' response failed to demonstrate a willingness to reach a ceasefire. The US has now shifted focus towards exploring alternative options to secure the release of hostages and create stability in Gaza, where mass starvation and a mounting death toll have been reported.