US envoy for Ukraine war says talks with Zelensky were ‘extensive and positive’
Kellogg said he also had talks with Zelensky’s “talented national security team“
Updated 21 February 2025
Reuters
KYIV: The US envoy for the war in Ukraine Keith Kellogg said on Friday he had “extensive and positive” discussions on Thursday with President Volodymyr Zelensky.
Good to be back in Ukraine. We have a lot of work to do to bring an end to this brutal war, but the United State is committed to doing the difficult work to help forge a sustainable peace. Useful conversations today with officials like @AndriyYermak -- with more to come tomorrow. pic.twitter.com/V4mgsJvnmd
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