Leaked call transcripts reveal U.S. envoy coaching Putin aide on pitching peace plan

NPRWednesday, November 26, 2025 at 12:01:17 PM
Leaked call transcripts reveal U.S. envoy coaching Putin aide on pitching peace plan
  • Leaked transcripts reveal that U.S. Special Envoy Steve Witkoff coached a senior aide to Russian President Vladimir Putin on how to effectively present a peace plan regarding Ukraine to President Trump. This conversation, which took place on October 14, raises significant concerns about the integrity of U.S. diplomatic efforts in the region.
  • This development is critical as it may undermine President Trump's ongoing negotiations with Russia and could lead to a perception of bias in favor of Moscow, potentially jeopardizing U.S. relations with Ukraine and its allies.
  • The incident highlights ongoing tensions surrounding U.S.-Russia relations and the complexities of negotiating peace in Ukraine, as it raises questions about the motivations behind the peace proposals and the role of U.S. officials in shaping foreign policy that may favor one side over another.
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