French President Emmanuel Macron said Thursday that his country will soon recognize a Palestinian state, a decision that Israel condemned. The news came as talks seeking a ceasefire in Gaza were halted when the U.

While U.S., Qatari and Egyptian mediators “have made a great effort, Hamas does not appear to be coordinated or acting in good faith,” Trump envoy Steve Witkoff said.

Israel and the United States recalled their delegations from Gaza ceasefire talks for consultations on Thursday, with U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff accusing the Palestinian militant group Hamas of failing to act in good faith in the talks.