Only a few weeks ago, President Donald Trump seemed confident a deal was days away that would end the fighting in Gaza, secure the release of hostages and allow aid to flow into an enclave where people are starving to death.

Donald Trump has blamed Hamas for the breakdown of Gaza ceasefire talks, hinting at support for Israel to intensify its military operations. Trump expressed disappointment with Benjamin Netanyahu and urged Israel to "finish the job.

US President Donald Trump declared that Hamas sabotaged the hostage deal and that Israel must now 'fight and clear the area.' Finance Minister Smotrich added: 'The humiliating negotiations are over—now is the time for victory.