Ukraine: No joint statement after Zelenskyy, US envoy talks DW 02/20/2025
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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy held discussions with Keith Kellogg, a special envoy from the Trump administration, to explore avenues for ending the ongoing war in Ukraine. However, the two opted not to face the media together post-meetings, following a request from the U.S. side to limit public statements. Kellogg emphasized the intent to listen to Ukrainian concerns, but his visit was clouded by the critical remarks made by Trump towards Zelenskyy, who referred to him as a 'dictator' and pointed to criticism of Ukrainian leadership.
Zelenskyy said he hoped Kellogg would walk through Kyiv and ask Ukrainians if they trust their president.
Kellogg's visit is overshadowed by Trump's repeated insults of the Ukrainian president, calling him a 'dictator'.
The meeting format, requested by the American side, allowed for protocol filming but excluded any statements or questions.
Kellogg stated the goal of his trip was to 'listen' to Ukraine's concerns and report back to the White House.
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