U.S. President Donald Trump's Special Envoy for Ukraine and the russian federation Keith Kellogg said that the new American leader has a "reliable plan" to end russia's war against Ukraine.
Kellogg said this in an interview with Fox News.
Kellogg expressed confidence in Trump, emphasizing that he is a deal maker.
"He (Trump – Ed.) said this back in September, when he hosted the President (of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelenskyy – ed.) at Trump Tower, when he said it was time to act," the special envoy said, adding that there is coordination with the U.S. Vice President, Secretary of State, Pentagon chief and national security adviser.
"You know, everyone is working together on this issue. And this is important, because we understand that this is an issue of international security - to end this war," Kellogg said.
"I think we have a good, solid plan to move forward, to start negotiations and work on this. … I think we are moving in that direction. And I am very confident that we can actually do something," he added.
"President Trump will lead this process. And the good thing is that he is a great deal maker, he is confident in what he is doing. I am confident that we can do this - both for the American people and for the whole world. I think Europe is ready for this as well," the special envoy said.
The host also asked him whether the existing sanctions against russia will be applied or even new ones will be introduced and what will happen to the supply of U.S. weapons to Ukraine.
"I would say it's the decision of the President of the United States - what he's going to do. That's his decision. But I think most people can be confident that he knows exactly what he's doing. He knows where to apply pressure and where not to," Kellogg said, adding that Trump will create "leverage" for both sides.
"He's a great deal maker. He knows how to create leverage. And that's what we're talking about with him - giving him options to make decisions as president," the special envoy said.
The host also asked Kellogg about how long a "resolution" might take.
"You know, I would like to say it's months, not years. I'm talking about the short term. I've said before on one of your programs on Fox that I would like to start a countdown in 100 days and figure out where we are - whether it's a ceasefire or a permanent peace," the special envoy said, adding that "it's not going to be like Afghanistan, where the war lasted four years."
"I think the President is assessing the situation correctly. It's time to stop this. It's time to stop the killing. It's time to achieve peace for both sides. And that will be important - both for the region and for the entire world," Kellogg said.
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