Hamas issued a scathing statement in which it rejected U.S. criticism of its handling of negotiations aimed at ending the nearly two-year-long war in Gaza.

U.S. Special Envoy Steve Witkoff called off ceasefire negotiations with Hamas on Thursday, saying the terrorist group was not negotiating

Special envoy Steve Witkoff is expected to travel to Europe and possibly Middle East for meetings on issues including the Israel-Hamas conflict.

The U.S. has withdrawn from Doha ceasefire talks after Hamas' response showed a "lack of desire" for an agreement. Israel also pulled negotiators amid escalating demands.

President Donald Trump's special envoy, Steve Witkoff, planned to head to the Middle East as the U.S. tries once again to reach a ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas, the State Department's spokesperson said Tuesday.

US envoy says Hamas showing 'lack of desire' to reach a ceasefire. 'Hamas does not appear to be coordinated or acting in good faith.'

After State Department spokesperson announces US envoy is already heading to region, source clarifies that he is going to Europe and will only continue the trip if talks further progress

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says his government was considering “alternative options” to ceasefire talks with Hamas after it and the U.S. recalled their negotiating teams.

United States Special Envoy to the Middle East Steve Witkoff is traveling to the region after visiting Europe to hold talks with Israeli and Qatari officials in Rome amid the mounting death toll in Gaza and growing international pressure to end the war.

Hamas reaffirmed its commitment to Gaza ceasefire talks after U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff called its response “selfish.” The group said it has shown flexibility and remains open to further negotiations.