U.S. President Donald Trump’s Middle East Envoy Steve Witkoff said on 24/7/2025 that the U.S. is cutting short Gaza ceasefire talks and recalling its negotiating team from Qatar for consultations after Hamas’ latest response “shows a lack of desire” to reach a truce.
Witkoff added that “while the mediators have made a great effort, Hamas does not appear to be coordinated or acting in good faith”.
Witkoff's decision came as an unexpected move for Qatari officials.
The note provides a comprehensive overview of the following aspects:
- Qatari PM and Foreign Minister Sheikh Mohammad Bin Abdulrahman’s perspective on Witkoff’s statement
- The reasons behind Witkoff's move, as perceived by Qatar
- Qatar’s strategy to facilitate an agreement between Israel and Hamas
