Donald Trump has unveiled a key move in his effort to address the war in Ukraine.
He announced the appointment of retired General Keith Kellogg as his special representative for Ukraine and Russia, according to Ziare.
Trump has long claimed he could quickly end the war if reelected, and Kellogg’s appointment signals his intent to tackle the conflict with a strong and strategic approach.
Kellogg is no stranger to high-stakes diplomacy. During Trump’s first term, he served as National Security Advisor to Vice President Mike Pence and briefly as Trump’s acting National Security Advisor.
Now 80 years old, the retired general has pledged to work tirelessly to achieve what Trump calls “peace through strength.” He believes in pairing strong diplomatic efforts with decisive military support for Ukraine.
Plan to 'Kidnap' Putin
Trump announced the appointment on social media, calling Kellogg a committed partner in making the world safer. Kellogg’s strategy for resolving the war centers on pressuring Russia to negotiate.
His approach is designed to metaphorically “kidnap” Putin diplomatically, forcing him into negotiations through a mix of military support and diplomatic isolation.
In past interviews, Kellogg has stated that if Putin refuses to negotiate, the U.S. should provide Ukraine with enough resources to destroy Russian forces on the battlefield.
Kellogg’s connection to the conflict is also personal. His daughter, Meaghan Mobbs, leads a foundation that assists Ukrainian civilians and helps recover the remains of American volunteers killed in action.
The appointment comes at a critical time for Ukraine. Months of grueling battles along the eastern front have left Ukrainian forces stretched thin.
The Biden administration recently authorized Ukraine to use U.S.-supplied ballistic missiles to strike inside Russia, a move aimed at countering growing threats like North Korean troops reportedly assisting Moscow.
Trump has repeatedly claimed he could resolve the war within 24 hours of taking office, though he has yet to share detailed plans.
With Kellogg’s experience and this aggressive strategy, Trump aims to deliver on his campaign promise.
