Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner are reportedly involved in discussions regarding Ukraine and Iran, occurring at a time when the U.S. ambassador positions to both Moscow and Kyiv remain vacant.
According to The New York Times, Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner are pivotal players as the war in Ukraine escalates. Both men have been engaged in ongoing communication with officials from Ukraine and Russia.
Newsmax reported that U.S. special envoy Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, President Donald Trump's son-in-law, have remained in touch with Ukrainian and Russian officials almost daily despite focusing on negotiating a permanent peace deal. The report indicates their continued engagement with both sides even as attention is directed towards Iran.
The New York Times noted that these activities are taking place while the positions of U.S. ambassador to Moscow and Kyiv are currently vacant, potentially increasing the influence of private citizens in sensitive diplomatic matters.
Newsmax stated that Witkoff and Kushner’s efforts include attempts at negotiating a permanent peace agreement, suggesting an ongoing commitment to resolving the conflict despite shifting geopolitical priorities. The extent of their involvement and potential impact on official U.S. policy remain unclear.
No further details regarding the specific nature of these discussions or any concrete outcomes were provided in either report. Both sources indicate continued communication between Witkoff, Kushner, and officials from both Ukraine and Russia.
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