Trump Names Retired General Keith Kellogg as Russia-Ukraine Envoy

U.S. President Donald Trump has appointed retired General Keith Kellogg as a special envoy tasked with finding a resolution to the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict. The move is part of Trump’s broader strategy to prioritize international peace and security in his new administration.

General Kellogg, who proposed a framework to end the Russia-Ukraine war, is expected to lead diplomatic efforts to bring the conflict to a close. Speaking at a gala in Florida, President Trump expressed determination to address the crisis:

“We will work hard on Russia and Ukraine. This war must end now.”

The announcement coincides with German Chancellor Olaf Scholz’s first phone call in two years with Russian President Vladimir Putin, signaling renewed international efforts for peace. During the call, Putin stated his openness to negotiations, blaming Ukraine for creating hurdles.

The Kellogg appointment follows a series of high-profile nominations by President Trump, including:

• Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as Secretary of Health.
• Senator Marco Rubio as Secretary of State.
• Linda McMahon to lead the Department of Education.
• John Ratcliffe, former Director of National Intelligence, as CIA Director.

The appointments reflect Trump’s focus on assembling a team poised to address key domestic and international challenges, with the Russia-Ukraine conflict as a top priority.