The Trump administration said Thursday it was leaving Gaza ceasefire talks, blaming Hamas for failing to engage in good faith. Steve Witkoff, now named President Trump’s special envoy for peace missions,

Steve Witkoff, President Donald Trump’s special envoy, is returning to the United States without securing a ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas.

The special envoy of US President Donald Trump, Steve Witkoff, said on Thursday that the US is cutting short Gaza ceasefire talks and bringing home its negotiating team from Qatar for consultations, reports news agency AP.

Special Envoy Steve Witkoff is set to meet with Israeli and Qatari officials as the Trump administration works to secure a deal to end the war in Gaza.

As the conflict between Israel and Hamas persists, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu faces accusations of extending the war for his political advantage.

President Trump accused Israel and Iran of violating a ceasefire, but then said it was "in effect" after a phone call with Israel's leader.

Over a series of escalations across the Middle East, Netanyahu appears to be gambling with the Trump Administration’s patience.