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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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New round of talks on ending the war in Gaza begins in Egypt with Witkoff and Kushner - FTPhoto

A new round of negotiations on ending the war in Gaza has begun in Egypt with the participation of American, Qatari, and Turkish representatives. The parties are discussing Trump's 20-point plan, but have disagreements on key provisions.

Politics • October 8, 01:32 PM • 3456 views
Politico: Trump and Starmer - an unexpected friendship that is changing world politics

US President Donald Trump and UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer, despite political differences, have formed a strong personal relationship. This unexpected duo offers hope for progress on complex issues, including cooperation on Ukraine.

Politics • September 18, 10:59 PM • 18159 views
Yermak and Umerov held important consultations with key international partners of Ukraine: details

The Ukrainian delegation led by Yermak and Umerov held meetings in Paris. Security guarantees, sanctions against Russia, and the return of Ukrainian prisoners of war were discussed.

Politics • September 4, 10:45 AM • 4612 views
Witkoff arrived in Paris ahead of the "Coalition of the Willing" meeting - Media

US President's Special Representative Steve Witkoff arrived in Paris ahead of the "Coalition of the Willing" meeting. His participation in the meeting has not been confirmed, but negotiations with the Ukrainian delegation are expected.

Politics • September 3, 10:02 PM • 4438 views
Territorial exchange that no one promised: how Witkoff confused everyone with disinformation after meeting with Putin

Steve Witkoff, special representative of the US President, after his visit to Moscow, misinformed Americans and Ukrainians regarding Putin's proposals. This caused confusion due to Witkoff's lack of diplomatic experience.

Politics • August 28, 11:04 PM • 6044 views
Yermak and Umerov to go for talks with Witkoff this week - Bloomberg

Special Envoy of US President Donald Trump, Steve Witkoff, will meet with the Ukrainian delegation in the US. Possible security guarantees for Ukraine and a future meeting between Zelenskyy and Putin will be discussed.

Politics • August 27, 01:53 PM • 4162 views
There will be no world war, but there will be an economic one - Trump

US President Donald Trump announced his intention to use economic sanctions to prevent a world war. He also noted that there would be no world war, but there could be an economic one, which would be bad for Russia.

Politics • August 27, 02:33 AM • 4900 views
US President's special representative announced whether Putin wants to end the war in Ukraine

The special envoy of the President of the United States of America, Steve Witkoff, stated that Putin expressed a desire to end the war against Ukraine. Witkoff believes that Putin's personal presence is needed for a peace agreement.

War in Ukraine • August 27, 01:39 AM • 130966 views
Witkoff to meet with Ukrainian representatives in New York this week - Reuters

US President's special envoy, Steve Witkoff, will meet with Ukrainian representatives in New York this week. He noted that the US talks with Russians daily.

Politics • August 26, 11:58 PM • 23471 views
US and Russia discussed energy deals within peace talks on war in Ukraine - Reuters

US and Russian officials discussed energy deals as incentives for peace in Ukraine. Among the ideas are Exxon Mobil's return to Sakhalin-1 and the purchase of American equipment for Russian LNG projects.

Economy • August 26, 07:45 AM • 3988 views
"Within a few weeks": Trump revealed the timeline for ending the war in the Gaza Strip

US President Donald Trump stated that the war in the Gaza Strip would end within two to three weeks. He referred to his conversation with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

News of the World • August 26, 02:28 AM • 4909 views
Zelenskyy: Ukraine is ready for negotiations with Russia, but the meeting place must be neutral

President Zelenskyy confirmed consultations with the US and Europe regarding a meeting with the Russian Federation. Kyiv insists on neutral European territory, rejecting Moscow and Budapest.

Politics • August 21, 08:01 AM • 4781 views
The US receives a 10% markup from arms sales to Europe, which then go to Ukraine - Besent, head of the Ministry of Finance

US Treasury Secretary Scott Besent stated that the US sells weapons to Europe, which then resells them to Ukraine with a 10% markup. These funds could be used to provide security guarantees for Ukraine.

Politics • August 20, 08:55 AM • 3720 views
Trump's special envoy Witkoff claims Russians made concessions "almost immediately" at Alaska summit

US President's special envoy Steve Witkoff spoke about the concessions made by Russian officials at the meeting with Trump in Alaska. The negotiations focused on a long-term peace agreement, not a temporary ceasefire.

Politics • August 20, 07:31 AM • 18873 views
Trump's special envoy Witkoff: security guarantees will be the starting point for Ukrainians in any peace agreement

US President's special envoy Steve Witkoff stated that security guarantees will be the basis of any peace agreement with Ukraine. He emphasized that the decision to conclude peace rests with President Zelenskyy.

Politics • August 20, 06:49 AM • 99421 views
Putin and Zelenskyy's meeting could take place by the end of August - Axios

The White House hopes to arrange a meeting between Putin and Zelenskyy by the end of August, with the assistance of Donald Trump. The US President has already discussed security guarantees for Ukraine and is coordinating actions with Russia and Ukraine.

Politics • August 18, 10:34 PM • 5089 views
CNN on Oval Office talks - friendlier atmosphere than in February: Zelenskyy in a suit was gracious

The meeting between the US and Ukrainian presidents, Trump and Zelenskyy, in the Oval Office was significantly friendlier. Zelenskyy was in a suit, brought a letter from his wife, and thanked Trump four times.

Politics • August 18, 06:23 PM • 5987 views
Media learned the composition of participants in the meeting between Zelenskyy and Trump

On August 18, negotiations between the presidents of Ukraine and the United States will take place at the White House. The US Vice President, Secretary of State, special envoys, and White House Chief of Staff will join the meeting.

Politics • August 18, 04:07 PM • 49188 views
Witkoff: agreements provide for a legally enshrined cessation of Russian aggression

Trump's special envoy, Steve Witkoff, stated that security guarantees include a legally enshrined commitment in Russia not to pursue "any other territory. " This is the equivalent of NATO's Article 5.

Politics • August 17, 02:22 PM • 6928 views
The only way to end the war is to force Russia to agree to peace - Rubio

Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated that the only way to end the war is to reach a peace agreement that Ukraine and Russia will agree to. Earlier, agreements on security guarantees at a summit with Putin in Alaska were reported.

Politics • August 17, 02:03 PM • 6334 views
Witkoff on summit with Putin in Alaska: "agreed on security guarantees that change the situation"

US President's Special Envoy Steve Witkoff stated that agreements on reliable security guarantees were reached at the historic summit with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Alaska. These agreements could fundamentally change the situation.

Politics • August 17, 01:44 PM • 5677 views
Kremlin celebrates Trump-Putin meeting without concessions or sanctions - Guardian

Russia rejoices at Putin's meeting with Trump in Alaska, which took place without concessions from the Russian Federation or new sanctions. Trump did not achieve a ceasefire, but called the summit productive.

Politics • August 16, 12:33 PM • 7803 views
Trump believes Putin agrees to a trilateral meeting - European official

After meeting with Russian dictator Vladimir Putin, US President Donald Trump believes that Putin agrees to the idea of a trilateral summit. It will involve Trump, Putin, and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.

Politics • August 16, 12:15 PM • 7257 views
"The conversation was not easy": Trump and Zelensky spoke for an hour, then European and NATO leaders joined - Axios

Donald Trump held a conversation with Volodymyr Zelensky with the participation of US representatives. Later, leaders of a number of European countries and NATO joined them; the discussion was not easy.

Politics • August 16, 07:23 AM • 11378 views
Trump-Putin summit could have been triggered by Witkoff's misunderstanding, but White House denies - report

A misunderstanding regarding Russia's position could become the impetus for an urgent summit between Trump and Putin.

Politics • August 16, 06:19 AM • 6988 views
Zelenskyy has not heard from Trump after talks with Putin - journalist

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has not received information from Donald Trump regarding his talks with Vladimir Putin in Alaska. The meeting did not lead to a ceasefire agreement in Ukraine, and a lunch between the US and Russian teams will not take place.

Politics • August 16, 12:08 AM • 5225 views
Putin and Trump's talks in Alaska concluded - KremlinPhoto

Talks between US President Donald Trump and Russian dictator Vladimir Putin in Alaska have concluded. The US stated there was no agreement on a ceasefire in Ukraine, despite Russia's claims of a productive meeting.

Politics • August 15, 11:41 PM • 4904 views
Trump and Putin held a joint press conference after the summit in Alaska

Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin held a joint press conference after the conclusion of the summit in Alaska. The meeting took place at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson.

Politics • August 15, 10:56 PM • 4226 views
Trump's talks with Putin in a narrow format have ended

Donald Trump's and Vladimir Putin's talks in Alaska have concluded. Putin ignored questions about stopping the killing of civilians in Ukraine.

Politics • August 15, 10:19 PM • 3438 views
Trump and Putin met "like friends" - Western media

Western media, including Reuters, CNN, and The New York Times, described the meeting between Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin in Alaska as very warm and friendly. NBC highlighted the contrast with the meeting between Trump and Zelenskyy.

Politics • August 15, 09:11 PM • 3270 views