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Steve Witkoff

Special Envoy, Developer
Steven Charles Witkoff was born on March 15, 1957, in the Bronx, New York, USA. He earned a bachelor's degree in 1980 and a Juris Doctor degree in 1983 from Hofstra University. After starting his career as a real estate lawyer, he co-founded Stellar Management Company in 1985 and then established the Witkoff Group in 1997. In 2025, he became the US Special Envoy to the Middle East, and subsequently, the US President's Special Envoy for Peace Missions.
1985
Co-founded Stellar Management Company, transitioning from legal practice to real estate ownership and management in New York
1997
Established the Witkoff Group, specializing in the acquisition and management of high-profile real estate properties
2020
Was a member of the Great American Economic Revival Industry Groups to combat the economic consequences of the COVID-19 pandemic
2025
Was appointed US Special Envoy to the Middle East and the US President's Special Envoy for Peace Missions
2025
Played a role in negotiations that led to a ceasefire and hostage exchange between Israel and Hamas
2026
Announced significant progress in negotiations to end the war in Ukraine
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WP learned about a "peace plan" for Ukraine with four pillars - what it entails

The plan provides for the reconstruction of Ukraine, security guarantees, energy integration, and addresses the territorial issue.

War in Ukraine • October 13, 09:38 AM • 5638 views
Witkoff stated that the US, Ukraine, NATO and the EU discussed ending the war by winter during talks in Miami

The US, Ukraine, NATO and the EU discussed de-escalation, security and preparations for winter. No specific agreements to end the fighting were reached.

War in Ukraine • October 9, 09:46 PM • 22584 views
Trump's aides held a secret meeting on Iran and more - Axios

Trump's advisers held a closed-door meeting on Iran and the Houthis in Yemen. The president is considering new strikes and demanding a deal from Tehran.

News of the World • October 3, 07:00 AM • 10043 views
"The Ukrainian delegation is on its way to Ukraine" - Office of the President responded to reports about a meeting with the US and Russia

The Office of the President said that the Ukrainian delegation is returning to Ukraine. The media reported on possible talks regarding an energy truce.

War in Ukraine • September 24, 12:21 PM • 4603 views
"The peace track is priority No. 1": Zelenskyy and Trump agree to meet in New York

Zelenskyy and Trump discussed the peace track, de-escalation, and security. The presidents agreed to meet in New York.

Politics • September 20, 06:46 PM • 23897 views
Zelenskyy and Trump are preparing for a personal meeting in September: the Foreign Ministry revealed details

Ukraine and the United States have tentatively agreed on a meeting between Zelenskyy and Trump in September. The sides may discuss air defense and diplomacy.

Politics • September 8, 02:51 PM • 15261 views
Ukraine Was Ready to Receive a U.S. Aircraft: Zelenskyy Revealed Details of the Delegation’s Arrival in Kyiv

Ukraine was ready to receive the American delegation by aircraft via Boryspil or Zhulyany. For security reasons, the United States chose to travel by train.

Politics • September 8, 10:51 AM • 5399 views
The US is preparing a new round of negotiations between Ukraine and Russia: what is known about the timeline

The US seeks to resume negotiations between Ukraine, the US and Russia. There are no specific dates, and linking them to elections in Russia is merely Kyiv’s forecast.

War in Ukraine • September 7, 04:05 PM • 20283 views
Witkoff reported progress after U.S. talks with Ukraine and Russia

American representatives met with Putin and Zelenskyy in Moscow and Kyiv. Witkoff reported progress and possible new trilateral talks.

War in Ukraine • September 7, 03:17 PM • 5556 views
Pope Leo XIV issued a statement following Witkoff's and Kushner's visits to Moscow and KyivPhoto

Pope Leo XIV called for an end to the hostilities in Ukraine. He hopes that the visits by the U.S. special representatives will revive negotiations.

War in Ukraine • September 7, 12:23 AM • 17353 views
Witkoff and Kushner departed Kyiv by the "Peace Express" trainPhoto

U. S. presidential envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner departed Kyiv by the "Peace Express" train. Zelenskyy thanked them for their visit.

Politics • September 6, 10:05 PM • 24637 views
Witkoff revealed details of talks with Putin in Moscow

Steve Witkoff said there had been significant progress following talks with Putin in Moscow. He acknowledged the difficulty of reaching agreements and the need for compromises.

War in Ukraine • September 6, 05:24 PM • 8976 views
Witkoff and Kushner arrive at the Kremlin for a possible meeting with Putin — Russian media

U. S. envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner arrived at the Kremlin. They may meet with Vladimir Putin regarding the war in Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • September 5, 04:24 PM • 5279 views
Kremlin does not expect breakthrough from new talks with the United States - Bloomberg

U. S. envoys will arrive in Moscow on September 5 with a proposal to end the war. The Kremlin considers the prospects for an agreement extremely low.

War in Ukraine • September 5, 07:33 AM • 22540 views
The US called on Ukraine and russia to suspend strikes during Witkoff’s and Kushner’s visits to moscow and Kyiv — media reports

Witkoff and Kushner will visit moscow and Kyiv to resume peace talks. The US called on the parties to temporarily halt strikes.

War in Ukraine • September 4, 05:22 PM • 17765 views
Witkoff and Kushner will visit Kyiv on Sunday - Zelenskyy

Zelenskyy said that U. S. special representatives Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner would visit Moscow on Saturday and that Ukraine guarantees the "normal functioning of Russian airspace," while they are expected in Kyiv on Sunday.

War in Ukraine • September 4, 04:48 PM • 21654 views
Budanov does not expect conditions for a ceasefire to emerge before spring, but announced U.S.-mediated talks — NYT

Kyrylo Budanov expects U. S.-mediated talks to resume by the end of September. He said that conditions for a ceasefire are unlikely to emerge before spring.

War in Ukraine • September 4, 12:35 PM • 32763 views
Alaska that failed to bring peace: what has changed in the year since the Trump-Putin summit

The Trump–Putin summit in August 2025 did not lead to a ceasefire or a peace agreement. A year later, the fighting continues, and Ukraine is once again submitting proposals to the United States.

War in Ukraine • August 15, 07:20 AM • 97189 views
Trump set a condition for Iran to cancel the new strike

US President Donald Trump decided to refrain from a new strike on Iran, agreeing to the request of Tehran and other Middle Eastern countries. The terms of the agreement are the cessation of the nuclear threat and the opening of the Strait of Hormuz.

Politics • August 2, 07:16 AM • 7358 views
Trump doubts granting Ukraine a license to produce missiles for Patriot - FT

US President Donald Trump said he is not sure whether he will allow Ukraine to obtain a license to produce missiles for the Patriot. The issue is still under consideration, and the US is cautious about transferring such technologies.

Politics • July 31, 01:39 AM • 18196 views
Witkoff and Kushner expected in Kyiv in the second half of August - journalist

Special representatives of the US President Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner are expected in Kyiv in the second half of August. The visit is timed to coincide with events marking the 35th anniversary of Ukraine's Independence.

War in Ukraine • July 30, 05:07 PM • 3669 views
Witkoff and Kushner have agreed to visit Kyiv for the first time as part of efforts to end the war - media

Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner have agreed to visit Kyiv for the first time as part of efforts to end the war. The talks mark a sharp shift in relations previously marked by tension.

War in Ukraine • July 29, 04:12 PM • 11264 views
Zelenskyy asked Trump to provide an emergency "winter package" of Patriot missiles

The President of Ukraine appealed to the US for an emergency winter package of interceptors for Patriot. Trump agreed to continue work on licenses for missile production in Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • July 29, 10:05 AM • 20214 views
Rutte says Putin must decide if he wants negotiations, reveals Russia's war spending

The NATO Secretary General stated that Putin must decide whether he is ready for negotiations. Currently, Russia is spending nearly half of its budget on defense.

War in Ukraine • June 18, 02:02 PM • 5585 views
Peskov names conditions for meeting with Zelenskyy and Trump's representatives

Putin's spokesperson invited Zelenskyy to Moscow and rejected his proposals. A visit by Trump's representatives is expected after the signing of the memorandum in Switzerland.

Politics • June 16, 11:29 AM • 18325 views
Perspectives in the context of the G7 summit and Moscow's sentiments – Zelenskyy revealed details of the conversation with Witkoff and Kushner

Zelenskyy discussed Moscow's plans and preparations for the G7 with Witkoff and Kushner. The parties agreed on active work to end the war.

Politics • June 8, 07:55 PM • 3441 views
During a technical stop in Chișinău – the Office of the President confirmed that Zelenskyy held talks with Trump's special envoys

The President of Ukraine met with Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner during a technical stopover. The Office of the President officially confirmed the fact of the conversation.

Politics • June 8, 07:34 PM • 9269 views
Zelenskyy held talks with Witkoff and Kushner - journalist

Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a telephone conversation with Trump's special representatives Witkoff and Kushner, reported Axios journalist Barak Ravid.

Politics • June 8, 07:10 PM • 8193 views
The US and Iran exchange strikes as hostilities in Lebanon escalate

The US intercepted Iranian missiles and attacked its radars in the Persian Gulf. Kuwait and Bahrain issued alerts due to the threat of airstrikes.

News of the World • June 6, 07:48 AM • 5267 views
The Kremlin stated that they do not expect a visit from Witkoff and Kushner to Moscow in the near future

Peskov stated that a visit by Witkoff and Kushner to Moscow is not yet expected. Earlier, the RF reported a dialogue with them regarding infrastructure projects.

Politics • June 5, 12:23 PM • 3688 views