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politics21 days ago

Congress Grills Trump Iran Deal Officials in First Unified Briefings

Democrats and Republicans pressed Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Middle East envoy Steve Witkoff in the first all-member briefings on President Trump’s Iran deal, seeking clarity on potential oil-sanctions relief and Iran’s prospective revenue. Officials said the memorandum of understanding is meant to kick off negotiations toward a final agreement to curb Iran’s highly enriched uranium and reduce leverage over the Strait of Hormuz, while noting talks would involve allied partners and address concerns about a reconstruction fund and financial benefits to Tehran.

UAE Royal Funds Half-Billion Trump Crypto Deal Ahead of AI Chip Access
world5 months ago

UAE Royal Funds Half-Billion Trump Crypto Deal Ahead of AI Chip Access

A Wall Street Journal report alleges a member of Abu Dhabi’s royal family secretly backed a $500 million investment in the Trump family’s cryptocurrency venture, acquiring 49% of World Liberty Financial and directing about $187 million upfront to Trump entities (with at least $31 million to Witkoff entities), months before the UAE was granted access to advanced U.S. AI chips; the meeting with Trump and Witkoff at the White House and the scale of the deal have critics calling it bribery with potential national-security implications.

Secret meeting between Iran's exiled crown prince and Trump envoy signals new U.S. role in Iran protests
world6 months ago

Secret meeting between Iran's exiled crown prince and Trump envoy signals new U.S. role in Iran protests

A White House envoy secretly met with Reza Pahlavi, Iran's exiled crown prince, to discuss the ongoing protests and potential non-military U.S. responses. The talks mark the first high-level engagement between the Trump administration and Iran's opposition since the demonstrations began, as Washington weighs options while protesters face heavy repression.

Qatar Investment Authority Acquires Park Lane Hotel in $623M Deal
real-estate2 years ago

Qatar Investment Authority Acquires Park Lane Hotel in $623M Deal

Qatar Investment Authority, the sovereign wealth fund of Qatar, has purchased the Park Lane Hotel in New York City for nearly $623 million from Steve Witkoff's company. The fund's acquisition is part of its ongoing expansion into the New York real estate market. The future plans for the property are currently unknown. Witkoff had originally intended to convert the hotel into high-end condos but put the project on hold due to market saturation. The sale comes after a series of legal issues and failed attempts to sell the property at a higher price.