A split is brewing in the White House over Witkoff's pro-Russian stance
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Sat, 12 Apr 2025 17:04:58 +0300
Witkoff could cause a split in the White HouseRepublicans were outraged that Trumps envoy ignored normal security procedures and invited Russian Kirill Dmitriev, who was under US sanctions after Russias invasion, to the US.What is important to understand is that American officials have always refused to host officials from Russia, which has developed intelligence capabilities.Moreover, Witkoffs latest proposals have provoked a wave of indignation, as they indicate that the White House has changed its policy towards Russia too drastically.
Some Republicans on Capitol Hill were so concerned by Witkoffs apparent proRussian stance that some of them later called National Security Advisor Mike Waltz and Secretary of State Marco Rubio to express their displeasure, according to a person familiar with the calls, the publication writes.
According to some American and European politicians, while Witkoff adheres to Trumps strategy, the Russian Federation is taking advantage of his lack of experience at the negotiating table.
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