Trump Reshapes Ukraine Peace Efforts by Narrowing Kellogg’s Role

US President Donald Trump removes Keith Kellogg’s authority over Russia negotiations as Ukraine and allies prepare for potential peace talks.

President Trump has limited Keith Kellogg’s role to being the US special envoy for Ukraine, excluding him from Russia-related negotiations following reported Kremlin objections to his involvement.
Ukraine has expressed readiness for a 30-day ceasefire proposed by the US, but Russia has attached conditions and remains unwilling to agree unconditionally.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has appointed a four-member delegation, led by Andrij Jermak, to prepare for possible peace negotiations with Russia.
The Ukrainian military has successfully deployed an upgraded Neptun missile with a 1,000-kilometer range, reportedly targeting a Russian refinery in Tuapse.
International allies, led by UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer, are coordinating plans to support a potential ceasefire and ensure Ukraine’s security in the event of peace talks.