Secretary of State Marco Rubio rushed to Geneva, Switzerland, after learning that Trump envoy Steve Witkoff had left early and planned to meet Ukrainian officials without coordinating with the State Department, NBC News reported.

The episode highlights a broader rift over how to pursue peace in Ukraine, with Witkoff pushing for a quick deal that places major concessions on Ukraine, while Rubio and others favor increasing pressure on Russia.

The report also details concerns among current and former officials about Witkoff’s security practices and unilateral travel, though the State Department and White House deny any internal split.