Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and US envoy Keith Kellogg will not hold a joint news conference at the conclusion of their meeting in Kyiv, at the request of the American side, an aide to Zelensky confirmed. The decision came as a surprise to journalists who had gathered in anticipation of a press availability following the talks, which are still ongoing.
Keith Kellogg's meeting with Zelensky in Kyiv comes just a day after the public fallout between former President Trump and the Ukrainian leader, raising concerns about the impact on diplomatic efforts towards peace talks. The absence of a joint news conference raises questions about the nature of the discussions and the potential outcomes of the meeting.