ANKARA Hamas has expressed surprise at remarks made by US presidential envoy for the Middle East Steve Witkoff despite its “positive and constructive” stance, which was welcomed by mediators at talks for a ceasefire. In a statement late Thursday, Hamas said: “We are surprised by the negative remarks made by US envoy Steve Witkoff regarding the movement’s position at a time when mediators expressed their appreciation and satisfaction with our constructive and positive approach.” The statement