Steve Witkoff

Witkoff:

'US in active talks with Iran to end war'

US Special Envoy Steve Witkoff confirms that America is in active conversation with Iran as efforts continue to negotiate an end to the conflict.

US-Iran talks

Trump sends Witkoff and Kushner to Pakistan

White House Press Secretary confirms Trump is sending Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner to Pakistan for direct talks with Iran: “We’re hopeful that it will be a productive conversation."

Witkoff:

'We expect talks with Iran this week'

Trump’s Middle East envoy says Washington expects Iran to respond to its 15-point proposal, expresses hope for talks this week.

Report:

Iran prefers Vance over Kushner and Witkoff in US talks

Iranian representatives reportedly inform the Trump administration they do not want to negotiate with special envoy Steve Witkoff or Jared Kushner, preferring Vice President JD Vance instead.

Araghchi's secret message to Witkoff

The Iranian foreign minister said he came 'with the consent and blessing of Mojtaba Khamenei,' while the contacts were conducted in secret and without informing Israel.

'Humiliating punishment'

Iranian Parliament Speaker denies talks with US

Reported negotiator denied any talks with the US, dismissing reports as 'fake news,' after President Trump claimed progress in discussions.

Report:

Direct Witkoff-Araghchi channel reactivated amid Iran war

Axios reports a direct channel between US envoy Steve Witkoff and Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi was recently reactivated. Araghchi denies.

Witkoff:

'Iranians boasted that they could make 11 nuclear bombs'

President Trump's envoy, Steve Witkoff, says on Fox News that Iran showed no interest in a deal to curb its missile program and nuclear ambitions.

Witkoff: Iran deal must have no time limits

Ahead of Geneva talks, Steve Witkoff reportedly told a private gathering the Trump administration will not accept time-limited nuclear restrictions on Iran.

Report:

Trump envoys await Iran proposal ahead of critical Geneva meeting

US officials say Washington will meet Iran in Geneva Friday if Tehran delivers a detailed nuclear proposal within 48 hours.

Witkoff:

Trump ‘curious’ why Iran hasn’t capitulated

Trump’s Middle East envoy says the President is “curious" why Iran has not agreed to a nuclear deal despite US pressure.

Trump envoys visit aircraft carrier

Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner board the USS Abraham Lincoln following their talks with Iran in Oman, which the President described as “very good."

Iranian FM arrives in Oman for new round of talks with US

Iranian FM Abbas Araghchi arrives in Oman for a new round of nuclear talks with the US and is set to meet Trump’s Middle East envoy Steve Witkoff.

Talks blow up

Planned meetings between the US and Iran canceled

The talks scheduled to take place between US envoy Steve Witkoff and Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi have been canceled. U.S. reports indicate that Iran has backed out of the understandings.

Israel's demands for Iran during Witkoff's visit

Senior defense officials warn that an agreement that focuses only on the nuclear issue would be weak and dangerous and insist the Iranian problem must be addressed comprehensively.

The latest dumb idea out of Washington

The idea of paying Hamas to disarm angers me so much that I am incandescent. And there is more. Opinion.

Report:

US and Iran to resume nuclear talks on Friday

Planned Istanbul talks mark first direct US-Iran contact since last June's conflict, amid regional diplomacy and ongoing pressure for a nuclear deal.

Trump

'There's a good chance Hamas will disarm'

US President addresses Cabinet meeting, says Hamas was a 'big factor' in the return of the hostages.

Rafah Crossing

Witkoff hints: US, Israel coordinating on future steps

US envoy says talks were constructive as Washington and Jerusalem coordinate next steps on Phase 2 of Trump’s Gaza plan and broader regional issues

Anger in Israel at US special envoy Steve Witkoff

Israeli official claims: “Witkoff pushed to bring our major rival Turkey to the border. The clock is ticking backward toward a confrontation with Turkey."

Ran Gvili's family urges Trump to place the pressure on Hamas

Family of Ran Gvili, the last hostage still held in Gaza, urges US President Donald Trump to place the pressure on Hamas, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to stand firm and keep commitments.

Trump envoys to visit Israel, press Netanyahu on Rafah opening

Trump’s envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner to arrive in Israel on Saturday and meet Netanyahu to discuss reopening the Rafah crossing and Gaza’s rehabilitation.

President Trump:

'We're going to have peace in the world'

Trump spoke today at the World Economic Forum in Davos to introduce his planned charter for the Board of Peace.

Putin to meet Kushner and Witkoff on Ukraine, Trump’s Peace Board

Putin will meet US envoys Witkoff and Kushner to discuss frozen Russian assets, Ukraine recovery, and Trump’s proposed Peace Board.

Iran Expert:

'I was shocked by Witkoff's remarks on Iran'

Iran researcher Beni Sabti criticizes Witkoff's remarks on the killing in Iran that "has stopped", but holds out hope that it was part of an act of misdirection.

Iran on the agenda

Report: Mossad Chief in US for high-level meetings

Barnea’s US visit comes amid Israel-US consultations on Iran protests, possible military action, and concerns over retaliation and renewed talks.

Witkoff reveals:

'Trump shed a tear meeting freed hostages at the White House'

Speaking at the IAC National Summit, Witkoff says Trump shed a tear during the White House visit of 20 freed hostages, and reflects on his own personal loss and the meaning he found in helping their families.

Witkoff on Iran:

'I hope there’s a diplomatic solution'

Speaking at IAC National Summit in Florida, Steve Witkoff urges a diplomatic solution on Iran’s enrichment, missiles, material stockpiles and proxies, and voices support for the Iranian people.

Steve Witkoff announces

Moving to Phase 2 of Gaza peace plan

US Special Envoy says the second phase of the Gaza ceasefire agreement will now begin even though Hamas has not fulfilled its obligations to return all of the hostages,

Report:

Iran scrambles to contact Trump envoy amid threats

An Axios report says Iran’s foreign minister contacted a senior Trump envoy amid rising tensions, as President Trump weighs military options while leaving the door open to renewed nuclear talks.

Family of Ran Gvili meets Trump team

Gvili family meets with Witkoff, Kushner, and Rubio ahead of President Trump meeting; Officials say bringing Ran home is President Trump’s top priority.

Trump's plan for Gaza: 'New Rafah' and skyscrapers

Trump administration presents plan for rebuilding Gaza, starting in southern Gaza and working northwards, to the tune of $112.1 billion.

White House to Netanyahu:

Killing of Hamas leader violated ceasefire agreement

The White House reportedly told Prime Minister Netanyahu that the assassination of senior Hamas figure Ra'ad Sa'ad constitutes a violation of the ceasefire agreement.

'Actual traitor'

The storm surrounding Steve Witkoff

A leaked recording revealed how Steve Witkoff, President Trump's special envoy, coached a senior Russian official on how to seize territories in Ukraine as part of Trump's peace plan.

Report:

Witkoff plans meeting with chief Hamas negotiator

The New York Times reports that US envoy Steve Witkoff plans to meet Hamas’s Khalil al-Hayya, architect of Oct. 7, to discuss Gaza ceasefire, despite Hamas’s terror designation and criticism from Israeli and American officials.

Bereaved families to Witkoff, Kushner

'Do not be the terrorists' lifeline'

The HaGevura Forum sent a letter on Monday to President Trump's representatives, Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner calling on them not to pressure Israel to free the 200 terrorists trapped in Rafah.

‘Love that moves nations’:

Steve Witkoff pays tribute to Itay Chen

Speaking at the funeral of Sgt. Itay Chen, US Envoy Steve Witkoff praised his bravery on October 7 and said, 'Itay helped heal a part of my own heart.'

Official:

Kazakhstan joins Abraham Accords with Israel

President Trump confirms Kazakhstan will join the Abraham Accords, says it will be the first of many in his second term. Kazakhstan says the move aligns with its policy of dialogue, respect, and regional stability.

Steve Witkoff

Next country to join the Abraham Accords to be announced tonight

US Special Envoy reveals that for the first time in 5 years, another nation will sign a peace deal with Israel.

With Saudi Amb. in attendance

Trump: Hopefully Saudi Arabia will join Abraham Accords very soon

President Trump hinted that Saudi Arabia could soon join the Abraham Accords, praising progress in normalization talks and highlighting a key meeting with Saudi officials.

In the shadow of the Court Jew

An age-old phenomenon that is still with us, with one crucial change.

Prophetic times:

The question asked in the White House briefing room

Trump’s Gaza deal is a terrible mistake. It’s painful to watch. But even human errors can’t derail God’s plan. And the question was asked. Opinion.

Witkoff and Kushner meet with newly released hostages

US Envoy Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner met with hostages released from Hamas captivity last week, who thanked them for their instrumental role in securing the deal that brought them home.

Report:

US concerned Netanyahu may abandon Gaza plan

New York Times reports that the White House is scrambling to preserve the Gaza peace deal as Netanyahu weighs military options. Vance, Kushner, and Witkoff’s visit in Israel is an attempt to stabilize the truce.

Witkoff recounts personal bond with Hamas terrorist leader

In a 60 Minutes interview, US envoy Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner described an emotional moment with Hamas leader Khalil al-Hayya in Egypt, as the envoy and terrorist bonded over the loss of their sons.

Likud MK warns: Witkoff is pushing us to the gates of hell

Likud MK Amit Halevi warns that US Envoy Steve Witkoff and his partners are 'pushing us to the gates of hell' with new US-backed ceasefire deal.

Kushner and Witkoff:

'The war is over, deal will not be violated'

“60 Minutes” airs full version of its interview with Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff, in which they recount the diplomacy that ended the Gaza war: “The war is over.”

Witkoff:

'Qatar strike left us feeling betrayed'

In an interview with 60 Minutes, the U.S. envoy described Washington's surprise at the Israeli strike in Qatar

Witkoff to visit Middle East amid Hamas refusal to return bodies

White House envoy Steve Witkoff will visit the Middle East to push Gaza deal progress as tensions rise over Hamas’s refusal to return hostage bodies and efforts begin to stabilize and rebuild post-war Gaza.

Hostage famileis warn

'What we feared is happening, only 4 families are able to bury'

The Hostages and Missing Families Forum sent an urgent letter to US Special Envoy Steve Witkoff, expressing both profound gratitude and deep alarm that the bodies of 20 hostages remain in captivity.

Report:

US envoys sealed hostage deal in direct meeting with Hamas

Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner met with Hamas officials directly to overcome long-standing deadlocks in the negotiations.

Prof. Phyllis Chesler:

Civilization, its discontents--and the Jews

Eros vs Thanatos continues. They are still battling for the survival of the world. Opinion.

Yair Netanyahu: Protesters are funded by Qatar

Yair Netanyahu, son of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, says protesters who booed during US Envoy Steve Witkoff's speech were funded by Qatar and other foreign agents.

Hostages' daughter:

Boos directed at Netanyahu 'horrific and tactless'

Shir Siegel, daughter of freed hostages Keith and Aviva Siegel, slams Saturday night boos directed at Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu during US Envoy Steve Witkoff's speech at Hostages Square.

Hostages' Square:

Boos erupt in as Netanyahu credited for hostages’ release

At a moving Tel Aviv event, attendees booed Steve Witkoff for crediting PM Netanyahu for the hostages’ release. Observers called the reaction “leftist and shameful,” and not reflective of the families or the nation.

Watch:

Embarrassing boos during Witkoff's speech

US Envoy Steve Witkoff speaks at Hostages Square Rally, but is interrputed and booed when he attempts to thank Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Watch.

Steve Witkoff In Tel Aviv:

'I dreamed of this night for a long time'

Steve Witkoff, Jared Kushner, and Ivanka Trump addressed a crowd of thousands this evening at a rally in Tel Aviv.

After finalizing hostage deal:

Trump envoys Witkoff and Kushner visit Western Wall

US envoy Steve Witkoff, Jared Kushner, and Ivanka Trump visited the Western Wall, praying with Rabbi Shmuel Rabinovitch for the hostages’ safe return and lasting peace in the region.

Ben Gvir to US envoys:

'Would you make a deal with Hitler?'

National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir clashes with American envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner during government meeting to approve the agreement with Hamas.

Pres. Herzog meets Trump envoys Jared Kushner, Steve Witkoff

President Isaac Herzog this evening welcomed US President Donald Trump’s special envoys, Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff, at the President’s Residence in Jerusalem.