US special envoy Steve Witkoff to travel to Israel as hunger grips Gaza
Mr Witkoff "will meet officials to discuss next steps in addressing the situation in Gaza', a US official confirmed.
The death toll from Israel's military campaign has now surpassed 60,100 and images of starving children have fuelled anger and concern in many western countries, including the US.
President Donald Trump this week conceded 'real starvation' was taking place across Gaza. 'I see it and you can't fake that,' he said. 'We have to get the kids fed.'
Hopes for a ceasefire and hostage release deal were dashed last week when Israel and the US walked away from negotiations after receiving Hamas's response to their proposal. Mr Witkoff accused Hamas of acting in a 'selfish way' and not in 'good faith".
'We will now consider alternative options to bring the hostages home and try to create a more stable environment for the people of Gaza,' he said.
Washington has yet to say what those alternatives are.
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