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U.S. Envoy Pursues Peace Amid Tensions in Ukraine, Middle East

10/22/2025

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Steve Witkoff, the U.S. special envoy for peace, seeks to end Russia's war in Ukraine and broaden Middle East diplomacy.
He has met Russian President Vladimir Putin and aims for a deal between Algeria and Morocco.
Iran's Ambassador to Lebanon, Mojtaba Amani, says disarming Hamas is unrealistic and that Hamas would accept only a ceasefire, prisoner exchange, and border reopening.
The region remains tense amid ongoing conflicts and diplomatic efforts.

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Steve Witkoff, the U.S. special envoy for peace, seeks to end Russia's war in Ukraine and broaden Middle East diplomacy.
He has met Russian President Vladimir Putin and aims for a deal between Algeria and Morocco.
Iran's Ambassador to Lebanon, Mojtaba Amani, says disarming Hamas is unrealistic and that Hamas would accept only a ceasefire, prisoner exchange, and border reopening.
The region remains tense amid ongoing conflicts and diplomatic efforts.