Hamas issued a scathing statement in which it rejected U.S. criticism of its handling of negotiations aimed at ending the nearly two-year-long war in Gaza.

President Trump said it was time to “finish the job” and “get rid” of Hamas after the US deemed the militant group was not “acting in good faith” during negotiations. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Israel and the US are considering “alternative options” after they recalled negotiators from talks.

As U.S. Special Envoy Steve Witkoff cuts ceasefire talks in Qatar short, President Trump indicated that fighting could soon escalate between Israel and Hamas in Gaza. NBC News Chief Foreign Affairs Correspondent Andrea Mitchell reports.

Israeli leaders issued strong condemnations following Macron's announcement that France would recognize a Palestinian state, warning that the move rewards terrorism and undermines Israel's security.

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President Emmanuel Macron published a letter sent to Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas confirming France's intention to press ahead with Palestinian recognition and work to convince other partners to follow suit.

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