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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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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 • 5157 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 • 4850 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 • 4173 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 • 3394 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 • 3206 views
"Historic": White House shows new photo of Trump-Putin meetingPhoto

The White House released a new photo of the meeting between Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin, captioning it as "historic. " In the photo, the leaders are walking on a red carpet.

Politics • August 15, 09:07 PM • 9714 views
Trump's meeting with Putin: White House released official photoPhoto

The White House released a photograph of the meeting between Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin in Alaska. The presidents arrived simultaneously, shook hands, and drove together in the same car.

Politics • August 15, 08:24 PM • 9255 views
US allies will be "alarmed" by the visuals of Trump-Putin meeting - journalist

US and Russian presidents, Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin, began talks in Alaska. During their handshake, B-2 bombers and F-22 fighters flew overhead.

Politics • August 15, 08:12 PM • 2351 views
Alaska Talks: Peskov revealed who will represent Russia, besides Putin

The dictator's spokesman announced the expansion of the Russian delegation at talks with the US. Lavrov and Ushakov will join Putin, while the US will be represented by Trump, Rubio, and Witkoff.

Politics • August 15, 07:07 PM • 2469 views
Alaska Summit: Trump-Putin "tete-a-tete" meeting format to be changed - report

The US Secretary of State and a special envoy will join the meeting between Trump and Putin. This will replace the "face-to-face" format, negotiations will begin at 11:00 local time in Anchorage.

Politics • August 15, 06:30 PM • 3295 views
US Defense Minister Hagset departed for Alaska

Pentagon chief Pete Hagset flew to Alaska, where talks between US President Donald Trump and Russian dictator Vladimir Putin are scheduled. Trump has already arrived in Anchorage with his delegation.

Politics • August 15, 04:32 PM • 5962 views
Special Envoy Witkoff met with Qatar's Prime Minister to prevent Israel's plans to occupy the Gaza Strip

US Special Envoy Steve Witkoff and Qatar's Prime Minister Abdulrahman al-Thani discussed a ceasefire in Gaza and the release of hostages. This happened amid diplomatic activity aimed at preventing Israel's plan to expand its occupation of Gaza.

Politics • August 10, 06:31 AM • 6785 views
Witkoff may join Ukraine and allies' meeting before Trump's talks with Putin - FT

Trump's representative Steve Witkoff, who discussed a territorial exchange plan with the Kremlin, may participate in negotiations in the UK. These negotiations are intended to coordinate positions before the Trump-Putin summit on peace in Ukraine.

Politics • August 9, 07:49 AM • 10293 views
Witkoff to discuss results of his meeting with Putin with allies

US President's Special Envoy Steve Witkoff will hold a video conference with representatives of Ukraine and Europe. He will share details of his negotiations with Vladimir Putin and discuss a possible meeting between Trump and the Kremlin leader.

Politics • August 7, 06:38 PM • 6548 views
Everyone pursues their own interests: the CPD urged not to believe rumors circulating amid a possible meeting between Putin and Trump

The head of the Center for Countering Disinformation, Andriy Kovalenko, urges not to believe rumors about a meeting between Trump and Putin. US Special Envoy Steve Witkoff discussed with Putin proposals for a truce in Ukraine.

Politics • August 7, 01:38 PM • 3635 views
EU on US peace efforts: we welcome any pressure to ensure Russia's participation in negotiations and work towards a ceasefire

The European Union welcomes any efforts for a sustainable ceasefire in Ukraine. The EU supports Ukraine to be strong on the battlefield and at the negotiating table.

Politics • August 7, 01:32 PM • 3303 views
Trump told Merz that Witkoff and Putin's meeting was “more productive than expected”

US President Donald Trump informed German Chancellor Friedrich Merz that the meeting between Steve Witkoff and Vladimir Putin was more productive than expected. Earlier, a possible meeting between Trump and Putin, and then with Zelenskyy, was discussed.

Politics • August 6, 08:01 PM • 3520 views
"Significant progress has been made": Trump on Witkoff's meeting with Putin

US Special Envoy Stephen Witkoff held a productive meeting with Putin, achieving progress. Donald Trump informed European allies, who agree that the war must end.

Politics • August 6, 05:22 PM • 4413 views
Putin's meeting with Witkoff ended: talks lasted about 3 hours

US President's Special Envoy Stephen Witkoff held his fifth meeting with Vladimir Putin in Moscow. The talks lasted about three hours.

Politics • August 6, 12:14 PM • 5593 views
Trump's special envoy Witkoff arrived in Moscow

US President's special envoy Steve Witkoff arrived in Moscow on August 6. Based on the results of his visit, Trump will make a decision regarding the imposition of sanctions.

Politics • August 6, 05:16 AM • 57998 views
Russia may introduce a limited air truce with Ukraine as a gesture towards Trump - media

Russia is considering a limited air truce with Ukraine. This could be a concession to US President Donald Trump to avoid sanctions.

Politics • August 5, 05:21 PM • 9390 views
Russia's war against Ukraine has become Trump's war - CNN

CNN commentator Nick Paton Walsh claims that Russia's invasion of Ukraine is becoming US President Donald Trump's war. He believes that Trump could have stopped the war, but instead chose to impose "the force of his personality."

Politics • August 5, 01:56 AM • 43898 views
All or nothing: what scenario is hidden behind Witkoff's visit to Moscow

Trump's special envoy, Steve Witkoff, will visit the Russian Federation again, which may be related to "diplomatic imitations" of the peace process. Experts believe that Witkoff is bringing a "carrot" proposal to the Russian leadership. However, there are also reasons to believe that after August 8, the United States may introduce new measures against Russia.

Politics • August 4, 02:48 PM • 5454 views
Trump named the likely date of his special envoy Witkoff's visit to Russia

US President Donald Trump said that his special envoy for the Middle East, Steve Witkoff, will likely visit Russia on Wednesday or Thursday. Witkoff is currently focused on issues in the Gaza Strip, but Russia has invited him for a meeting.

Politics • August 4, 01:37 AM • 64882 views
US and Israel are developing a plan to end the war and rebuild the Gaza Strip - Witkoff

US Presidential Envoy Stephen Witkoff announced the development of a plan to end the war in the Gaza Strip and rebuild the enclave. This plan is being developed jointly with the Israeli government, but Hamas is not ready to lay down arms without the creation of an independent Palestinian state.

Politics • August 3, 03:30 AM • 7469 views
Witkoff will be in Moscow today, the visit may yield results - US Ambassador to NATO

Special Envoy of the United States of America Steve Witkoff will visit Moscow on Sunday, August 3. The visit may yield certain results regarding a peace agreement between Ukraine and Russia.

Politics • August 2, 10:48 PM • 5570 views
US envoy Steve Witkoff visited Gaza amid criticism of the aid system for residents of the enclave

Trump's special envoy Steve Witkoff visited the Gaza Strip, where he discussed the humanitarian situation and the Iranian issue. The visit took place after criticism of the aid distribution system by Human Rights Watch.

News of the World • August 1, 06:17 PM • 9979 views
Trump's special envoy to visit Russia again

US President's special envoy Steve Witkoff will visit the Russian Federation after a visit to the Middle East. Previously, he met with Putin on April 25, 2025.

Politics • July 31, 10:26 PM • 7836 views
Trump's special envoy seeks peace in Ukraine and the Middle East: Witkoff outlines conditions

Special Representative of US President Donald Trump, Steve Witkoff, stated that he seeks to achieve peace in Ukraine and the Middle East before the end of his term. He considers the cessation of the Russian-Ukrainian war and hostilities in the Middle East to be his main achievements.

Politics • July 27, 07:29 AM • 17191 views
US announces new nuclear talks with Iran after strikes

US Special Envoy Steve Witkoff announced a new round of nuclear talks with Iran within a week. President Trump stated that Iran itself requested the meeting after US strikes on nuclear facilities.

News of the World • July 8, 07:16 AM • 1872 views