This is the Forward’s coverage of Steve Witkoff, who began serving as United States Special Envoy for Middle East in 2025.
Steve Witkoff
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Fast Forward Trump administration says 2nd phase of Gaza ceasefire is underway, despite Israeli hostage remaining
Middle East envoy Steve Witkoff said the second phase entailed “demilitarization, technocratic governance, and reconstruction"
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Steve Witkoff, Laura Loomer, Stephen Miller are helping to implement policies roiling the nation, including tariffs and deportations
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Fast Forward Ceasefire ends as Israeli bombs strike Gaza
Israeli leaders announced that they ordered the strikes after Hamas would not agree to frameworks for a hostage deal proposed by Israeli and the United States
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Fast Forward Trump administration pushes for release of last living American hostage in Gaza
White House envoy Steve Witkoff said securing Edan Alexander’s freedom is a top priority as ceasefire talks continue
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Fast Forward Kushner and Witkoff tout real estate expertise in shaping Trump’s Gaza policy
At a Saudi-sponsored Miami investment summit, the two Trump confidantes reflect on their unconventional path to diplomacy and roles in Middle East negotiations
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Fast Forward Trump vowed to unleash hell in Gaza. His Mideast envoy insists the ceasefire will move forward
Steve Witkoff said on Sunday that Israel and mediators have agreed to kick off talks on a permanent ceasefire in Gaza as Netanyahu faces pressure to resume fighting
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Fast Forward Trump Middle East envoy Steve Witkoff draws on personal tragedy to push for the release of Israeli hostages
The real estate magnate-turned-diplomat reflects on his son's death as he sets to travel to the region to oversee implementation of Gaza ceasefire
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Fast Forward They love Donald Trump — and hate the Israel-Hamas ceasefire deal he demanded
Some of those who praised Trump in both Israel and the United States are trashing the hostage deal he is championing as he reenters office
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