President Donald Trump signalled Friday to reporters that Israel should escalate its offensive in Gaza, accusing Hamas of not wanting a ceasefire deal following months of negotiations.

“Hamas didn’t really want to make a deal,” Trump told reporters at the White House Friday. “I think they want to die, and it’s very, very bad, and it got to a point where they’re going to have to finish the job.”

Trump’s comments come one day after Israel and the United States withdrew their delegations from ceasefire talks in Qatar, hours after Hamas submitted its response to a truce proposal.

“While the mediators have made a great effort, Hamas does not appear to be coordinated or acting in good faith,” U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff said in a statement. “We will now consider alternative options to bring the hostages home and try to create a more stable environment for the people of Gaza.”