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Controversy Surrounds US Envoy Steve Witkoff Amid Ukraine Peace Talks

U.S. Special Envoy Steve Witkoff faces scrutiny after leaked recordings revealed he coached a Kremlin official on how to present a peace plan to President Trump regarding Ukraine. This has raised concerns about his impartiality and the potential implications for U.S.-Russia relations. Despite the controversy, President Trump continues to support Witkoff and has announced plans for him to meet with Russian President Putin to discuss the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.

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