Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky had a substantive conversation with the U.S. President's Special Representative for Ukraine, Keith Kellogg. The head of state announced this on social media on July 9.
Zelensky expressed gratitude to the American general for his participation in the Conference on the Recovery of Ukraine, where Kellogg leads the U.S. delegation. The central theme of the negotiations was the issue of weapon supplies and strengthening Ukraine's air defense. The President emphasized that this remains one of the main priorities for the country amid increasing Russian attacks.
The parties discussed in detail the possibilities for purchasing American weapons, joint defense production, and introducing tougher sanctions against Russia, including secondary sanctions against buyers of Russian oil.
The Ukrainian side expressed hopes for the advancement of the bill by Senators Graham and Blumenthal in the U.S. Congress. According to the president, such measures could influence Russian policy and encourage it to think more about peace. Zelensky also expressed gratitude to President Trump, both parties, and the American people for supporting Ukraine, emphasizing the value of friendship between the two countries.
The meeting of Volodymyr Zelensky with the U.S. President’s Special Representative Keith Kellogg was productive and aimed at joint actions in defense matters of Ukraine and countering Russian aggression. The discussed possibilities for weapon purchases and the implementation of tough sanctions are important steps in strengthening the security of our country and maintaining national sovereignty.