Light on the role of his groom Donald Trump, Jared CousnerIvanka Trump’s wife, in the historic truce deal between Israel and Hamas, are being thrown by the New York Times. According to the report, talks on a ceasefire had fallen into a deadlock until two men were intervening outside the traditional diplomatic sphere: Steve Whitkov and Jared Koussner, both against the backdrop of the New York real estate world.
Last Friday, when Trump’s bridegroom Jared Kounsner was informed that Hamas He intends to launch negotiations on the liberation of Israeli hostages, he was in his mansion in Miami. Within a few minutes, he was found at Witkov’s house, where the two of them set up a clipboard ‘Diplomatic Center for Business’accepting phone calls from Trump himself and members of the Israeli government. ‘We encouraged Israel to be positive’, Kusner later said, describing those critical hours.
Shortly afterwards, Benjamin Netanyahu’s office announced that the Israel agrees to proceed with the first phase of Trump’s peace plan. Within a few days, the Israeli government ratified the agreement.
The “architect” of Abraham’s agreements,
THE 44 -year -old KousnerKnown as the “architect” of Abraham’s agreements, he already had a negotiations in the Middle East since he served as a senior Trump adviser. Together with Whitkov they traveled to Egypt, where they participated in intensive talks with mediators who attempted to persuade Hamas to disarm and release hostages.
‘Jared is a very smart guy’, Trump said on Thursday. Trained in the art of New York real estate, Kussner and Whitkov consider themselves strong negotiators.
Their method, as Kussner himself described it, is reminiscent of a more business negotiation than a diplomatic process: “First you get to a ‘yes’ and then you solve the details. In real estate you learn to understand people and see who is playing games. “
Despite the credit attributed to him for his mediation, Kouchner’s action raises questions. As an unpaid volunteer, he is not bound by the same transparency rules as a state official, while his company Affinity Partners has received invested in state funds in Saudi Arabia, Qatar and the United Arab Emirates.
Nevertheless, the White House defended his role, stressing that it was “A man who enjoys respect and trust around the world.”
Kusner, who still acts as an unofficial adviser to Trump’s mother -in -law, recently had contacts with former British prime minister Tony Blair for rebuilding plans for post -war gauze. Michael Herzog, a former Israeli ambassador to the US, commented that “the combination of Kouchner’s interconnections and his access to Trump made him a decisive factor.”
Even republican opponents recognize its success. “He was decisive in Abraham’s agreements and knows how to handle both Netanyahu and the Arab countries,” said former Ambassador Thomas Nids. “Regardless of politics, he deserves recognition.”
Ivanka Trump: I’m proud
Kusner’s wife, Ivanka Trumpin a post on X after thanking her father for “real hope for constant peace in an area that has experienced so much pain and sadness,” she said proud of the 44 -year -old businessman and Steven Whitkov because “They have been tirelessly giving them new hope to families who dream of security, dignity and opportunities.”
I want to thank my father @realDonaldTrump for his unbending leadership in bringing real hope for lasting peace to a region that has known so much pain and heartbreak.
Deeply proud of my husband @jaredkushner and Steve Witkoff, whose vision and perseverance remind us that even…
– Ivanka Trump (@ivankatrump) October 9, 2025
Her post:
I would like to thank my father @realdonaldtrump for his unmistakable leadership, who brought true hope for constant peace in an area that has experienced so much pain and sadness.
I am very proud of my husband @jaredkushner and Steve Witkoff, whose vision and perseverance remind us that even in the darkest moments, progress is possible. Their tireless job has given new hope to families who dream of security, dignity and opportunities.
I will not fully celebrate until all the hostages are returned and peace prevails. But I keep hope that one day we will dance again, and maybe even together.
I pray for unity and constant peace.