Steve Witkoff, Trump and Middle East

Trump’s Middle East envoy Steve Witkoff looks to extend Gaza cease-fire deal — as truce hangs by a thread
President Trump’s special envoy to the Middle East is set to return to the region to negotiate an extension on the first phase of the cease-fire deal — as the temporary truce nears a breaking point over Hamas’ barbaric displays during the hostage handoffs.
Trump envoy Witkoff seeking 'extension' of Phase 1 of Israel-Hamas ceasefire deal, to head back to Middle East
President Donald Trump's envoy Steve Witkoff will return this week to the Middle East, where he will seek an "extension" of Phase One of the ceasefire deal.
Will Hamas agree to extend first phase of ceasefire deal? Trump envoy Steve Witkoff has a plan
Donald Trump's Middle East envoy Steve Witkoff has expressed optimism in successfully negotiating the second phase wherein all living hostages will be released
Hamas threatens to derail ceasefire deal talks with Israel
Hamas and Israel may not proceed in the talks for the next steps in a ceasefire deal. This comes as both sides make demands on hostage and prisoner releases. CBS News' Debora Patta reports.
US working on ‘extension’ of Phase 1 of Israel-Hamas ceasefire deal
The United States is looking to secure an “extension” of the current ceasefire between Israel and Hamas as the two sides work with mediators to finalize the next stage of the deal. The first phase of the ceasefire agreement,
Israel-Hamas ceasefire hangs in the balance as both sides accuse each other of violations
Israel and Hamas are trading accusations of violating the fragile ceasefire in Gaza with less than a week left in the initial pause.
Israel, Hamas trade accusations of violating fragile ceasefire
Israel and Hamas on Sunday accused each other of violating the already fragile Gaza Strip ceasefire deal after Israel delayed the release of hundreds of Palestinian prisoners who were supposed to be exchanged for hostages.
Israel-Hamas ceasefire brought to another halt
Israel has postponed the release of over 600 Palestinian prisoners, citing concerns over the "humiliating" nature of hostage handover ceremonies conducted by Hamas. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated that the prisoner release would remain on hold until Hamas guarantees the cessation of such ceremonies and ensures the safe return of additional hostages.
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Who is Steve Witkoff? Trump's Middle East envoy is a real estate mogul and old friend
Days after winning reelection in November, Trump announced his appointment of Witkoff to the role of special envoy to the ...
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U.S. Special Envoy to the Middle East on ceasefire entering a crucial phase and efforts to end Russia-Ukraine War
Steve Witkoff, U.S. Special Envoy to the Middle East, spoke with Margaret Brennan on Face the Nation Sunday about the ...
Who is Steve Witkoff, dealmaker at the heart of Trump’s foreign diplomacy?
Before Trump returned to the White House, Witkoff was his political adviser, fundraiser and golfing buddy. In testimony at ...
Parroting Putin and Trump, Witkoff Says Russia Was ‘Provoked’ Into Invading Ukraine
Steve Witkoff, one of Donald Trump's top negotiators, claimed Russia "was provoked" into invading Ukraine in 2022.
Israel, U.S. Aim to Extend Cease-Fire While Delaying Start of Talks to End War
President Trump’s Middle East envoy Steve Witkoff, who previously helped seal the first phase of the deal, is heading to the ...
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In first, Witkoff says US looking to extend hostage deal’s current phase
Trump envoy will head to region this week, as agreement veers off original framework, but he insists it is still possible to ...
Who is the American playing a key role in the U.S.-Russia talks about Ukraine?
Middle East envoy, Witkoff has been credited with helping broker the Israel-Hamas ceasefire and free an American from Russian ...