Ukraine Is 'Europe's Sparta,' Says Kellogg, Who Also Dismisses Claims of Zelenskyy Corruption

An Interview with Keith Kellogg and Megan Mobbs

According to ХВИЛЯ: Retired Lieutenant General Keith Kellogg, a former special envoy under President Trump for Ukraine and Russia, sat down with his daughter Megan Mobbs-a U.S. Army veteran-for an interview with PragerU. During the conversation, they explored Russian President Vladimir Putin’s motivations, pushed back on the narrative that NATO provoked the war, and asserted that Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has not been corrupt with American aid. Kellogg described Ukraine as 'Europe's Sparta' and voiced concerns about the potential for a third world war.

Kellogg, a decorated veteran who served in Vietnam, Panama, Desert Storm, and the Iraq War, stated that Putin has lost between 1.2 and 1.4 million soldiers. Ukraine’s military, he said, numbers 800,000 troops. He also emphasized that a review conducted by the Trump administration found no evidence of corruption on Zelenskyy’s part, saying:

“I saw the reports-we dug deep through CIA channels to find out if these people were corrupt. On Zelenskyy, the answer was no.” - Keith Kellogg

He stressed that Zelenskyy has not profited from U.S. contributions, noting that 'whatever money Zelenskyy has came from his television career.'

Megan Mobbs’ Perspective

Megan Mobbs, a West Point graduate and paratrooper with the 82nd Airborne Division who has been conducting humanitarian operations in Kyiv throughout the war, acknowledged Ukraine’s troubled history with corruption. She noted that this prompted the creation of 16 independent inspector generals to oversee aid. She also recalled Operation Epic Fury in Iran, where Ukraine was the only country besides Israel to offer the U.S. assistance, stating:

“When we conducted Operation Epic Fury in Iran, only a handful of countries responded besides Israel. There was just one that said, ‘Take us, we’ll help.’ That was Ukraine.” - Megan Mobbs

Kellogg suggested that if Putin is not careful, he could end up like the last Russian tsar, Nicholas II. He added, 'Putin is a KGB man-that’s his training.' Both interviewees underscored Ukraine’s right as a sovereign nation to determine its own security arrangements. Mobbs stated: 'Ukraine, as a sovereign country, has the right to decide its own security system.' She also argued that decisive U.S. action could lead to 'Putin’s death' if Ukraine receives the support it needs to win on the battlefield.

Kellogg criticized Congress, calling it full of 'a lot of cowards,' and called for more assertive action from American politicians. The interview also touched on psychological operations that could be targeting the U.S. in connection with the war in Ukraine.

This interview highlights the ongoing complexity of the situation in Ukraine, especially amid the military conflict with Russia. The views expressed by Kellogg and Mobbs on corruption and Ukrainian sovereignty could shape political debates in the U.S. regarding further aid to Ukraine. With growing fears of escalation, such commentary may resonate with American policymakers and analysts as they consider the U.S. strategy in the region.

As the situation in Ukraine evolves, it's crucial to understand the shifting dynamics on the battlefield. Recent insights from Kellogg indicate that Ukraine is gaining the upper hand while Putin faces significant military setbacks. For a deeper analysis of how these developments are shaping the conflict, visit our article on Kellogg's assessment of Ukraine's advantages and Putin's losses.