Steve Witkoff: Trump's Middle East peace broker now at centre of Ukraine talks
Witkoff's appointment as Middle East envoy has raised eyebrows, given his lack of diplomatic background and instead relies on his charm and negotiation skills to facilitate deals. His recent involvement in brokering the Israel-Hamas ceasefire agreement has been credited by both Trump and Biden, highlighting his potential for mediating complex conflicts. Witkoff's experience in real estate development has also been leveraged in high-stakes negotiations, such as easing tensions between Trump and DeSantis during the 2024 campaign.
- The involvement of a non-diplomatic figure like Witkoff in key international talks raises questions about the changing nature of global diplomacy and the role of unconventional mediators.
- As Witkoff takes on a more prominent role in Ukraine talks, how will his lack of formal diplomatic training impact the tone and substance of negotiations between Russia and the US?