Steve Witkoff
Israeli-media coverage mentioning Steve Witkoff, translated into English and compared across sources. 48 recent stories.
Mohammed Dahlan Leads Humanitarian City Project in Rafah With Hamas Approval Against PA Wishes
Mohammed Dahlan is spearheading a humanitarian city project in Rafah with Hamas's approval, despite Palestinian Authority opposition. Israel signals readiness to negotiate some ta…
Iran and Oman Near Agreement on Strait of Hormuz Control Amid US Pressure
US and Gulf nations are close to a deal reopening the Strait of Hormuz, granting Iran partial control amid ongoing tensions. The agreement, involving Iran and Oman with US involve…
Trump Hesitates on Military Action, Undermining US Deterrence Against Iran
Israeli analyst Tamir Morag criticized President Trump's reluctance to strike Iran, saying it weakens US deterrence. He revealed Israel and the US are exploring a land blockade on…
Trump Halts Military Strike on Iran Following Saudi and UAE Pressure, Plans Talks
President Trump canceled a planned military strike on Iran after pressure from Saudi Arabia and the UAE, opting instead to begin talks aimed at resolving nuclear and regional tens…
Hamas Senior Official Killed in Gaza Amid Israeli Airstrikes, Security Source Denies Targeting
Israeli airstrikes in southern Gaza reportedly killed Hamas official Nafiz Zabih, though Israeli sources deny he was targeted. Hamas seeks mediator intervention to stop Israeli fi…
Quadruple Mediation Meeting Planned to Enforce Gaza Ceasefire Agreement Amid US Pressure on Netanyahu
Egypt, Qatar, the US, and Turkey plan a meeting this week to enforce Gaza ceasefire terms, with US President Trump pressuring Israel's Netanyahu. Hamas confirms Israel will halt a…
IDF Destroys Five Hamas Weapons Warehouses Near Gaza Hospital in Precision Strikes
The IDF and Shin Bet destroyed five Hamas weapons warehouses in Gaza, including one near a hospital, as part of ongoing efforts to prevent terrorist attacks. These strikes align w…
Saudi Crown Prince Urges Trump to Avoid Broad Military Strikes on Iran Amid Rising Tensions
Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman urged U.S. President Donald Trump to avoid broad military strikes on Iran amid rising tensions following Iranian missile attacks and disrupt…
Trump Warns Iran of Strong Military Response Amid Escalating Tensions
President Trump accused Iran of escalating attacks during negotiations and warned of a strong U.S. military response. Iran continues aggressive strikes and threatens key shipping…
Iran's Revolutionary Guards Tighten Control Amid Leadership Struggles, Complicating US Negotiations
The US faces challenges in negotiating with Iran due to the Revolutionary Guards' tightened control and internal leadership struggles, complicating diplomatic efforts despite ongo…
Netanyahu and Trump Share Smiles After Unexpectedly Positive White House Meeting
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and U.S. President Donald Trump held a surprisingly positive meeting at the White House focused on Iran, despite recent tensions. Netanya…
Trump Threatens Strong Retaliation Against Iran Following Attacks in Jordan and Egypt
After Iranian attacks on a U.S. base in Jordan and American-owned tankers in Egypt, President Trump warned of a strong U.S. retaliation against Iran, signaling escalating tensions…
Israel Awaits Trump Decision on Iran While Preparing Response to Hezbollah Drone Attack
Israel is closely watching U.S. President Trump's decision on Iran while preparing to respond to Hezbollah's drone attack in southern Lebanon, which breached the ceasefire. Prime…
Senior Official Details Israel’s Strikes on Iran’s Nuclear Program and Plans for West Bank Military Action
Netanyahu Calls Meeting With Trump One of His Best, Focuses on Iran and Regional Security
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu met with U.S. President Donald Trump at the White House, describing the meeting as one of their best. The talks focused on Iran's nuclear threat…
Trump Delays Military Strike on Iran, Urges Swift Diplomatic Progress Amid Tensions
President Trump postponed planned U.S. military strikes on Iran last weekend after mediators urged restraint, emphasizing ongoing deep diplomatic talks with Tehran. He warned that…
Trump Halts US Strikes on Iran After Regional Mediation, Warns of Swift Military Return
President Trump paused US military strikes on Iran after regional mediators requested more time for diplomacy, warning of a swift return to force if talks fail. Negotiations invol…
Trump Envoys Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff Spark Buzz with Surprise Visit to Tel Aviv’s Pra Restaurant
Aviad Peled’s Tel Aviv restaurant Pra gained international attention after a surprise visit by Trump envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner. The unexpected dinner highlighted the…
Israel Sees Increased Risk of Conflict With Iran Amid US Diplomatic Efforts
Israeli security officials report a rising chance of conflict with Iran involving Israel, while US President Trump prefers diplomatic negotiations. Recent Iranian missile launches…
Israeli Assessment Sees Increased Likelihood of Conflict with Iran Involving Israel
Israeli security officials say the chance of a conflict with Iran involving Israel has risen, though Trump still prefers a diplomatic deal. Recent Iranian missile launches near Is…
Hamas Appoints Khalil al-Hayya as New Political Bureau Chief Nearly Two Years After Sinwar's Death
Hamas has elected Khalil al-Hayya as its new political bureau chief, succeeding Yahya Sinwar nearly two years after his death. Al-Hayya, a close ally of Sinwar with strong Iranian…
Iranian Foreign Minister Admits Israel Had Intelligence on Secret Security Meetings During Conflict
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi admitted Israel had prior intelligence on secret Iranian security meetings during the recent conflict, revealing a security breach. He disc…
Israel Prepares for Possible Escalation Amid US-Iran Tensions
The US plans to escalate strikes on Iran while keeping Israel out of the conflict, but Israel is preparing for possible Iranian attacks and broader escalation. Turkey threatens to…
US Signals Israel on Expanding Strikes Against Iran Amid Rising Tensions
The US has warned Israel of plans to expand strikes against Iran soon, raising escalation risks. Israel remains vigilant but does not expect direct conflict yet, preparing for all…
US Launches Expanded Military Strikes Against Iran Targeting Strategic Sites
The US has launched an expanded series of military strikes against Iran targeting strategic sites beyond the Strait of Hormuz, following a White House meeting led by President Tru…
Trump Plans Major Military Strike on Iran Amid Rising Tensions
President Donald Trump held a high-level meeting to plan a major military escalation against Iran, warning of imminent strikes on strategic Iranian targets unless Tehran returns t…
Senator Lindsey Graham Secretly Pushed Israel-Saudi Peace Deal Before His Death
Senator Lindsey Graham secretly worked with Donald Trump to broker a historic Israel-Saudi peace deal before his sudden death at 71. He coordinated talks with key Israeli and Saud…
Smotrich Reveals US Envoy Witkoff's Promise Against Allowing 'Two Million Nazis' Near Israeli Borders
Israeli Minister Bezalel Smotrich revealed that US Middle East envoy Steve Witkoff vowed not to allow "two million Nazis" near Israeli children after witnessing Gaza attack footag…
Russia Launches Massive Missile Strike on Kyiv Ahead of NATO Summit and Trump-Zelensky Meeting
Russia launched a massive missile and drone attack on Kyiv killing at least 14 and injuring 117, just before the NATO summit where Trump will meet Zelensky. The strike included ba…
Trump Discusses Ukraine War with Putin and Zelensky Ahead of NATO Summit in Turkey
Donald Trump spoke by phone with both Vladimir Putin and Volodymyr Zelensky about ending the Ukraine war ahead of the NATO summit in Ankara, where further talks are planned.
Larry Ellison Deepens Ties with Trump Through $45 Million Political Donation
Larry Ellison has deepened his alliance with Donald Trump through a $45 million donation to a nonprofit supporting Trump's 2024 campaign, alongside expanding media and tech ventur…
US Drops Hamas Disarmament Condition for Gaza Reconstruction After 1,000 Days
The US has decided to forgo Hamas disarmament as a condition for Gaza's reconstruction, shifting from Trump's original plan. Indirect US-Hamas talks via Qatar have advanced, leadi…
Trump Says Iran Agrees to Most US Demands Amid Ongoing Nuclear Talks
President Trump said Iran has agreed to nearly all US demands in ongoing talks, with negotiations continuing after the Qatar round. He warned he could close the Strait of Hormuz…
Iran Insists on Charging Fees for Ships Passing Through Strait of Hormuz Amid US-Oman Talks
The US and Oman are trying to end Iran's blockade and fee demands on ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz. Despite a deal to unfreeze $100 billion in Iranian funds, Tehran r…
Saudi Arabia Deepens Ties with Iran While Distancing from the United States
Saudi Arabia is distancing itself from the United States and engaging in direct talks with Iran over regional security issues, leading to a canceled U.S. operation and strained U…
US Feared Israel Would Assassinate Top Iranian Negotiators, Jeopardizing Peace Talks
The US feared Israel planned to assassinate top Iranian negotiators during sensitive peace talks in spring 2025, risking the negotiations. Israeli strikes killed Iran's Supreme Le…
US and Iran Resume Secure Communications After Failed Qatar Talks
US-Iran talks in Qatar ended without agreement but will resume after Ali Khamenei's funeral. The US replaced plans for a physical Revolutionary Guards representative with a secure…
US Envoys Warn Iran Against Charging Strait of Hormuz Transit Fees to Preserve Nuclear Deal
US envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner warned Iran that charging fees for ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz could collapse the nuclear deal talks, urging Tehran to con…
Iran Rejects US Billions and Threatens Strait of Hormuz Shipping Routes
Saudi Arabia Holds Direct Talks with Iran Amid Strained US Relations and Regional Security Concerns
Saudi Arabia is conducting direct talks with Iran on security issues amid worsening relations with the US, aiming to safeguard itself against potential renewed conflict. Despite U…
Asian Chip Stocks Plunge Amid Inflation Fears While Oil Prices Drop on Diplomatic Optimism
Asian stock markets fell sharply on July 1, 2026, driven by inflation concerns and semiconductor sell-offs, while oil prices dropped amid optimism over US-Iran talks. South Korea'…
Oil Tanker Traffic Surges Above 10 Million Barrels Daily Through Strait of Hormuz
Oil tanker traffic through the Strait of Hormuz has rebounded to over 10 million barrels daily following a U.S.-Iran ceasefire and increased U.S. military presence. Ongoing U.S.-I…
Trump Says Iran Nuclear Talks Progressing Well Amid Diplomatic Efforts in Qatar
President Trump announced progress in US-Iran nuclear talks during technical discussions in Qatar, emphasizing improved relations and ongoing diplomatic efforts to secure a ceasef…
Qatar's Emir Meets US Envoys to Discuss Iran-US Talks and Lebanon Developments
Qatar's Emir Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani met with US envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner in Doha to discuss Iran-US negotiations and Lebanon's situation.
US and Iran Begin New Indirect Talks in Doha Amid Tensions and Military Considerations
The US and Iran have started a new round of indirect talks in Doha mediated by Qatar and Pakistan amid heightened tensions. President Trump considered resuming military strikes bu…
Trump Considers Renewed Military Action Against Iran Amid Qatar Talks but Opts for Diplomacy
President Trump considered restarting military strikes against Iran but chose to continue diplomatic talks, while Qatar's prime minister supported mediation efforts during meeting…
US Vice President Highlights Changed Reality in Israel-Lebanon Talks Amid Middle East Negotiations
US Vice President J.D. Vance highlighted the unprecedented direct talks between Israel and Lebanon, noting the changed but uncertain reality. Concurrently, US-Iran negotiations co…
Iran Demands Release of Frozen Assets as Precondition for US Nuclear Talks in Qatar
A US delegation led by Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner arrived in Qatar to negotiate with Iran, which demands the release of $6 billion in frozen assets as a precondition. Talks h…
