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ared Kushner and Steven Witkoff, two influential figures in the Trump administration, exchanged praise at a recent investment conference in Miami Beach. The event, hosted by the Future Investment Initiative Institute, focused on Middle East diplomacy, an area where both men have played key roles.

    Kushner, President Donald Trump's son-in-law and special adviser on the region, commended Witkoff for his success in brokering a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas. Witkoff, a real estate mogul and Trump golfing buddy, credited Kushner with helping him navigate the complex diplomatic landscape.

    The two men have worked together to promote Trump's plan to "take over" Gaza, relocating its 2 million Palestinian residents and developing it into a thriving region. Witkoff drew on his real estate experience to argue that the project could be a game-changer for the area, citing the devastation he witnessed during a visit to Gaza.

    Witkoff is set to meet with Ron Dermer, a former Israeli ambassador, to discuss a permanent ceasefire in Gaza and the return of hostages. He expressed optimism about the prospects for progress, saying that conversations were underway but providing no further details.

    Kushner highlighted Witkoff's unique background in negotiations and deal-making, which he believes has been instrumental in achieving success in the Middle East. The two men have both spoken publicly about their support for Trump's Gaza plan, which they see as a potential solution to the region's long-standing conflicts.

    The conference was sponsored by the Saudi Public Investment Fund, which has invested an estimated $2 billion in Affinity Partners, Kushner's private equity firm. Trump himself addressed the event on Tuesday, stating that his legacy would be bringing peace to the world.