Ceasefire talks between Hamas and Israel, last held in Qatar, are set to resume next week as Israeli strikes continue in Gaza, raising fears of famine. Negotiations face significant hurdles, including demands for troop redeployment,

Mr Witkoff is due to meet with senior Israeli and Qatari in an attempt to rescue plans for a 60-day truce, which could see Israel allow more aid for starving Palestinians and the release of Israeli hostages. Here is all we know about the Gaza ceasefire deal.

"We will now consider alternative options to bring the hostages home," said US envoy Steve Witkoff. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.