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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	  News These are the most influential Jews in Trump’s first 100 daysSteve 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 GazaIsraeli 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 GazaWhite 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 policyAt 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 forwardSteve 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 hostagesThe 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 demandedSome 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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	  News An Israeli restaurant chain said it closed due to boycotts. Protesters are celebrating.
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	  Opinion Jews are worried about Zohran Mamdani. Here’s why they shouldn’t be
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	  Opinion Can an idyllic dream of Israel ever be reality? She says: ‘Coexistence, My Ass’
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