Web Story

Witkoff and Kushner Turn Attention to Iran as Ukraine War Intensifies

The war in Ukraine is intensifying, drawing global attention. Amid the escalation, real‑estate magnate Steve Witkoff and former White House adviser Jared Kushner are concentrating on Iran. Both

The war in Ukraine is intensifying, drawing global attention. Amid the escalation, real‑estate magnate Steve Witkoff and former White House adviser Jared Kushner are concentrating on Iran. Both

men have become pivotal players in US policy discussions. Their focus comes as Washington has no appointed ambassadors to Moscow or Kyiv. The diplomatic vacancies leave a gap in direct US

representation in both capitals. Witkoff and Kushner’s involvement therefore carries added weight in shaping Washington’s approach to Tehran. Their actions are being watched by officials seeking to

balance the Ukraine crisis with broader Middle‑East concerns. Observers will monitor whether their influence translates into concrete policy steps on Iran.

Continue on MetaGazette

Read the article