An Israeli source familiar with the hostage negotiations between Israel and Hamas says that the approach led by Strategic Affairs Minister Ron Dermer and US special envoy to the Mideast Steve Witkoff has failed. Israel's refusal to implement phase two and Hamas' refusal to accept an extension to phase one has led to the resumption of fighting. The source criticizes Dermer for not keeping up with the pace of previous negotiators and warns that without an agreement soon, a full return to war is likely.