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Trump leans on informal diplomacy led by Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, sidelining traditional channels to press Iran over its nuclear program and to negotiate Ukraine-Russia issues. Seen by supporters as flexible dealmaking, the approach draws scrutiny over inexperience and potential conflicts of interest, as Iran and Russia employ delaying tactics while Washington signals military pressure.
US Special Envoy Steve Witkoff is slated to meet Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir in Jerusalem as Phase II of Donald Trump’s Gaza peace plan begins, amid tensions with Iran and the Rafah crossing reopening; Zamir has recently held discreet talks with US defense leaders in Washington, signaling a closer Israel–US defense axis involving CENTCOM and the Joint Chiefs.
Witkoff and Kushner are set to attend the Ukraine Coalition of the Willing meeting amidst broader geopolitical tensions, with recent articles highlighting Europe's cautious stance towards Russia and the US's unpredictable commitments, especially under Trump's administration.
High-level diplomatic negotiations on Ukraine and Gaza are taking place at a Miami country club co-owned by Steve Witkoff, involving officials from multiple countries and key figures like Jared Kushner, highlighting the club's emerging role as a discreet hub for sensitive international talks.
Witkoff and Kushner met with Putin in Moscow for five hours to discuss the US's updated Ukraine peace plan, with the talks focusing on territorial control and potential negotiations, amid ongoing diplomatic efforts and Ukraine's preparations for possible peace talks with the US and Russia.
The article discusses the shifting dynamics of US-Russia relations, highlighting a meeting between Russian envoy Dmitriev and Steve Witkoff in Miami amid recent US sanctions on Russia, which have strained diplomatic efforts and impacted plans for a summit between Trump and Putin, amidst ongoing tensions over Ukraine.
Senate Democrats are demanding that Steve Witkoff, a top Trump advisor and special envoy to the Middle East, disclose more details about his crypto holdings, which he has not fully divested from, citing potential conflicts of interest related to his role and business ties with the U.A.E. The senators are concerned about possible ethics violations given his ongoing crypto investments and recent business dealings involving U.S.-U.A.E. agreements, and have requested a response by October 31.
Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff discussed their roles in brokering a fragile Gaza ceasefire and addressed allegations of genocide and conflicts of interest during a '60 Minutes' interview, emphasizing their focus on diplomatic efforts and denying any misconduct or inappropriate business dealings related to the Middle East.
Steve Witkoff's solo diplomatic efforts to end the Russia-Ukraine war have faced criticism for lack of coordination, misjudged negotiations, and limited progress, with many officials questioning his experience and approach, despite some claims of recent progress.
Russian President Vladimir Putin awarded Steve Witkoff the Order of Lenin to pass to a CIA official whose son, Michael Gloss, was killed fighting for Russia in Ukraine, possibly as a psychological tactic ahead of a planned peace summit with Trump.
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced that envoy Steve Witkoff will return from Moscow with a framework for peace between Russia and Ukraine, highlighting a better understanding of Russia's conditions for ending the war and emphasizing the importance of a fair agreement for both sides, with potential involvement from President Trump.
Steve Witkoff's visit to Moscow aims to negotiate with Russian officials amid looming US sanctions and ongoing conflict in Ukraine, with the outcome potentially influencing US-Russia relations and sanctions policy.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has announced that Israel accepts a new Gaza ceasefire proposal from U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff, with Hamas also reviewing the proposal, signaling potential progress in the conflict.