Witkoff says the U.S. is cutting short Gaza ceasefire talks

Ceasefire Talks Breakdown - US and Israel have essentially cut ceasefire talks in Qatar short due to fundamental differences regarding the end of fighting [1] - Hamas insists any ceasefire involving hostage release must lead to Israel ending its fight and withdrawing completely from Gaza [2] - Israel insists any deal releasing remaining hostages (thought to be less than two dozen alive) means Hamas is finished and has no role in Gaza's governance [3] US Stance and Alternative Options - Steve Witkov indicated Hamas has no appetite for a ceasefire deal [4] - The US may consider alternative options to free remaining hostages, potentially abandoning ceasefire talks [5] - Abandoning ceasefire talks would be a significant development, as negotiated ceasefires have been the primary way hostages are released and food aid enters Gaza [5]