US envoy visits Kyiv as Washington shifts approach to Russia

U.S. special envoy Keith Kellogg arrived in Kyiv for discussions with President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and military leaders. This visit marks a shift in U.S. policy, moving away from isolating Russian President Vladimir Putin. Kellogg's trip follows President Donald Trump's comments suggesting Ukraine is to blame for the ongoing war. This comes as U.S. and Russian diplomats held talks in Saudi Arabia, sidelining Ukraine's interests. Zelenskyy canceled a planned trip to Saudi Arabia, possibly to protest the U.S.-Russia discussions. Kellogg emphasized the importance of Ukraine's sovereignty and security guarantees during his visit.