Ceasefire talks between Hamas and Israel are expected to resume next week, a Hamas official said Friday, as Israeli strikes continue across Gaza and experts warn Palestinians are on the brink of famine.

The US is cutting short Gaza ceasefire talks and bringing its negotiators home from Qatar after Hamas' latest response showed a "lack of desire" for a truce, US envoy Steve Witkoff said Thursday. Hamas said in a statement that it was surprised by Witkoff’s “negative remarks” and that it has shown responsibility and flexibility in negotiations.