Zelenskyy and Trump envoy cancel news conference as political tensions rise

A planned news conference between Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and U.S. envoy Keith Kellogg was canceled amid rising political tensions. The U.S. requested the change, which prevented both from addressing the media after their meeting. The cancellation follows recent disputes between Zelenskyy and former President Trump over U.S. support for Ukraine. Trump criticized Zelenskyy’s popularity and suggested Ukraine was responsible for the ongoing war, while Zelenskyy accused Trump of spreading misinformation. As diplomatic tensions escalate, Russian attacks on Ukraine continue. Recent strikes included drone and missile assaults, resulting in casualties and damage to civilian infrastructure, particularly in Kherson and Odesa.