US cuts short its Gaza ceasefire talks

"While the mediators have made a great effort, Hamas does not appear to be coordinated or acting in good faith," Witkoff said in a statement

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"We will now consider alternative options to bring the hostages home and try to create a more stable environment for the people of Gaza."

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It was unclear what "alternative options" the U.S. was considering. The White House had no immediate comment

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At a news briefing Thursday, State Department spokesperson Tommy Pigott did not offer details on what the "alternative options" the U.S. is considering

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When pressed for clarity on whether and how the U.S. would proceed, Pigott did not offer clarity and said, "This is a very dynamic situation"

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