Steve Witkoff
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
IDF announces Israeli military has set back Iranian nuclear program by years. New satellite images from Maxar Technologies confirm extensive damage to Iranian nuclear facilities in Natanz, Fordow and Isfahan.
Steve Witkoff, the US President's special representative, expressed hope that the ceasefire between Israel and Iran could be an example for resolving the conflict between Russia and Ukraine. He also noted that Iran's nuclear program was almost completely destroyed after US strikes.
A scandal has erupted in the US over media reports about the alleged failure of strikes on Iran's nuclear program, which intelligence considers an attempt to undermine President Trump's authority. The White House plans to limit intelligence sharing with Congress after the leaks.
US President's special envoy denied media reports to the contrary, that the strikes did not have serious consequences.
The White House spokesperson confirmed that US envoy Steve Wittekoff and Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi were in contact by phone. Contacts are ongoing, and six rounds of negotiations have taken place.
US Special Envoy Steve Witkoff and Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi held phone talks, trying to find a diplomatic solution to the escalating situation in the Middle East. Iran is ready for negotiations, but demands an end to Israeli strikes.
The US is considering options for action regarding Iran and Israel. Trump has stepped up his rhetoric, and US negotiators believe Iran's positions are weak.
The Trump administration is trying to distance the US from Israeli strikes on Iran. These actions could complicate the nuclear deal with Tehran that Trump is seeking to reach.
Andriy Yermak met with Steve Witkoff, discussing the negotiations in Istanbul, where Russia's position was recognized as unconstructive. Yermak invited Witkoff to visit Ukraine to assess the situation.
Trump may step away from Ukraine and focus on the Middle East to win the Nobel Peace Prize. If Russia does not make concessions, the US may withdraw from negotiations.
A senior Hamas official has said the group rejects the US proposal for a truce and the release of hostages. Israel has agreed to the plan, but Hamas is demanding an end to the war.
A Hamas representative said that the US proposal for a 60-day ceasefire in Gaza in exchange for the release of hostages does not meet the group's requirements. It allegedly perpetuates the occupation and killings in Gaza.
Andriy Yermak had a conversation with advisors to the leaders of Great Britain, Germany, France and Italy. He emphasized the importance of the presence of the United States and Europe at the negotiating table.
Hamas has accepted the US plan, which envisages the release of 10 hostages in exchange for a 70-day ceasefire and a partial withdrawal of Israeli troops from Gaza.
Oil prices have fallen due to negotiations between Russia and Ukraine, the US and Iran, as well as high demand in Asia. China's economic outlook also affects the price of oil.
Iran has stated that nuclear talks will fail if the US demands a complete halt to uranium enrichment. Tehran assures that the country's nuclear energy program has exclusively peaceful goals.
US Vice President Vance said that negotiations on Ukraine have reached a dead end and suggested that the US may withdraw from them. Trump plans talks with Putin and Zelensky.
JD Vance canceled the visit to avoid the impression of approving Israel's operation in Gaza. The US insists on a ceasefire and a hostage agreement, but Netanyahu is not showing flexibility.
Oil prices fell due to Moody's downgrade of the US rating and data on China's industrial slowdown. Negotiations between Iran and the US are also affecting prices.
Steve Vitkoff stated that Trump's conversation with Putin will determine where the negotiating parties are. Trump plans to speak with Zelensky and NATO allies after his conversation with Putin.
US Special Representative Steve Witcoff canceled his visit to Putin due to his refusal to discuss the 22-point peace plan developed jointly with Ukraine and Europe. The plan was discussed between Ukrainian and American officials.
The US has not presented a detailed proposal for a nuclear deal with Iran, although it was expected to happen this week. The Trump administration is awaiting Iran's response after negotiations in Oman.
Negotiations between Israel and Syria took place in Baku with the mediation of Azerbaijan. The parties discussed the situation on Israel's northern border and the possibilities for its stabilization.