Former US Special Envoy Keith Kellogg visited Odesa
Keith Kellogg, who previously served as special envoy to US President Donald Trump, has arrived in Ukraine on an official visit. The purpose of his trip is to better understand the situation in the country and the consequences of the full-scale Russian invasion.
During his visit, the American politician toured the Odesa seaport. This is a strategically important facility for the Ukrainian economy, which has repeatedly been a target for Russian missile and drone attacks. Kellogg saw firsthand the destruction caused by enemy strikes on port infrastructure.
Odesa remains a key hub for the export of Ukrainian agricultural products via the "grain corridor." Constant shelling of the port poses serious challenges to the safety of navigation and international food stability. The visit of the US representative underscores the international community's attention to the security situation in the Black Sea.
It is expected that the results of the visit and the information gathered will help better assess Ukraine's needs for the protection of critical infrastructure. Keith Kellogg's trip is an important part of the diplomatic dialogue between Ukraine and the United States during this difficult time.