Where Things Stand on Witkoff and Kushner’s Negotiations Over Iran, Ukraine and Gaza

New York Times - WorldCenter-LeftEN 7 min read 100% complete by Steven ErlangerFebruary 19, 2026 at 01:54 PM

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In February 2026, President Trump's special envoys, Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, are engaged in negotiations to resolve conflicts involving Iran, Ukraine, and Gaza. Witkoff and Kushner held talks in Geneva regarding the Iranian nuclear program and the war in Ukraine. They are scheduled to meet in Washington for the first meeting of Trump's "Board of Peace" to address the conflict in Gaza and the Israeli-Palestinian issue. Despite the envoys' efforts, concrete progress in resolving these complex situations remains limited. Talks with Iran, mediated by Oman, have yielded a vague agreement on "guiding principles," but details are unclear amidst a U.S. military buildup.

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Key Player Opposition Context

Abbas Araghchi 30% Henry Kissinger 30% Marco Rubio 40% Washington 40% Russia 50% United States ×260% Gaza ×270% Ukraine ×270% Donald Trump ×370% Jared Kushner ×380% Steve Witkoff ×380% Iran ×690%

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negotiations 90% iran 80% gaza 70% ukraine 70% trump envoys 70% peace talks 60% conflict resolution 50% israeli-palestinian settlement 50% iranian nuclear program 50%