In a surprising twist, US President Donald Trump has narrowed the role of retired lieutenant general Keith Kellogg, shifting his focus solely to Ukraine. 🚀 In a recent social media post, Trump highlighted that "General Kellogg, a Highly Respected Military Expert, will deal directly with President (Volodymyr) Zelenskyy and Ukrainian leadership," underscoring the strong connection between the envoy and Ukraine.
Appointed last November as the special envoy for both Ukraine and Russia, the 80-year-old general is now tasked with concentrating exclusively on Ukraine amid ongoing regional challenges. Although Kellogg did not attend the recent peace talks in Riyadh or the meetings in Jeddah, his wealth of experience and established relationships could be key in forthcoming diplomatic efforts.
Having served as the national security advisor to then Vice President Mike Pence and later as the executive secretary and chief of staff of the National Security Council in Trump’s first term, Kellogg brings decades of military expertise to his focused role. This strategic shift is seen as an effort to bolster direct communication with Ukraine’s leadership during these turbulent times.
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Trump narrows Keith Kellogg's role to special envoy to Ukraine
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