Key Facts
• November 27, 2025: Audio recording of Steve Witkoff leaked.
• Recording suggests Witkoff advised Russian official Yuri Ushakov on engaging Trump.
• Trump defended Witkoff, calling it “standard negotiation.”
• October 14, 2025: Alleged call between Witkoff and Ushakov discussed ending the war.
• Witkoff proposed strategies for a productive Trump-Putin call.
• October 20, 2025: Trump and Putin held a 2.5-hour phone call.
• Trump hinted at supplying Ukraine with Tomahawk missiles before the call.
• November 2025: Witkoff planned another visit to Moscow for talks with Putin.
• U.S. proposed a 28-point peace plan criticized as pro-Russia.
• Bloomberg reported another leaked call involving Russian envoy Kirill Dmitriev.
• Dmitriev allegedly collaborated with Witkoff on peace proposals in Miami.
• Zelensky expressed willingness to meet Trump by the end of November.
Summary
A leaked audio recording suggests U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff advised Russian official Yuri Ushakov on engaging President Trump, sparking controversy. Trump defended Witkoff, describing his actions as standard diplomatic practice. The October 14 call reportedly discussed ending the Ukraine war and preparing for a Trump-Putin conversation. Days later, Trump and Putin held a 2.5-hour call, during which Trump softened his stance on supplying Ukraine with Tomahawk missiles. Witkoff, who has visited Moscow multiple times, plans further talks with Putin. Meanwhile, the U.S. proposed a 28-point peace plan, criticized as favoring Russia, prompting revisions. Ukrainian President Zelensky signaled readiness to meet Trump to address unresolved issues. Another leaked call revealed Russian envoy Kirill Dmitriev’s collaboration with Witkoff on peace proposals. The source of the leaks remains unknown.
