State Department Spokesperson Presents Steve Witkoff's Statement On Withdrawal From Gaza Ceasefire Talks

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State Department Principal Deputy Spokesperson Tommy Pigott read out Special Envoy Steve Witkoff's statement about the decision to withdraw from Gaza ceasefire talks in Doha, Qatar.

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00:00Hello, everybody.

00:08All right.

00:10Let's begin a few comments at the top, and then I'll be happy to take some questions.

00:14So first, a statement from Special Envoy Steve Whitcoff.

00:18Quote, we have decided to bring our team home from Doha for consultations after the latest

00:23response from Hamas, which clearly shows a lack of desire to reach a ceasefire in Gaza.

00:28While the mediators have made a great effort, Hamas does not appear to be coordinated or

00:33acting in good faith.

00:35We will now consider alternative options to bring the hostages home and try to create a

00:40more stable environment for the people of Gaza.

00:43It is a shame that Hamas has acted in this selfish way.

00:47We are resolute in seeking an end to this conflict and a permanent peace in Gaza.

00:52This week, the United States is advancing a bold and proactive foreign policy that reflects

00:59our enduring commitment to peace and security and prosperity for the American people.

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