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Leaked Call Reveals Trump's Ego in U.S.-Russia Diplomacy

11/26/2025

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A leaked transcript shows Steve Witkoff, special envoy of U.S. President Donald Trump, speaking with Yuri Ushakov after a U.S.-brokered ceasefire between Israel and Hamas.
Witkoff advises Ushakov on how to flatter Trump to secure favorable outcomes.
Critics say the 28-point peace plan mirrors Russian demands, raising concerns about U.S. loyalty and interests.
Critics say the call signals a shift in diplomacy toward prioritizing the president's ego over strategic goals.

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A leaked transcript shows Steve Witkoff, special envoy of U.S. President Donald Trump, speaking with Yuri Ushakov after a U.S.-brokered ceasefire between Israel and Hamas.
Witkoff advises Ushakov on how to flatter Trump to secure favorable outcomes.
Critics say the 28-point peace plan mirrors Russian demands, raising concerns about U.S. loyalty and interests.
Critics say the call signals a shift in diplomacy toward prioritizing the president's ego over strategic goals.