Welcome to DU!
The truly grassroots left-of-center political community where regular people, not algorithms, drive the discussions and set the standards.
Join the community:
Create a free account
Support DU (and get rid of ads!):
Become a Star Member
Latest Breaking News
Editorials & Other Articles
General Discussion
The DU Lounge
All Forums
Issue Forums
Culture Forums
Alliance Forums
Region Forums
Support Forums
Help & Search
Leaked Witkoff Call Advised Kremlin on Manipulating Trump for Ukraine Peace Plan Benefitting Russia. - FIVE MINUTE NEWS
A major diplomatic crisis has erupted after an audio recording was leaked, revealing US Special Envoy Steve Witkoff coaching a senior Russian official on how to negotiate a peace deal with Trump—including suggesting Ukraine cede territory. The revelation has led to fury in Congress, with some lawmakers calling Witkoff a "traitor" who favors Russian interests, while Trump defends the move as "standard negotiation." - 11/26/2025.