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Trump's Ukraine Envoy Kellogg Speaks at Iranian Opposition Event in Paris

Jan 11, 2025, 04:01 PM

Keith Kellogg, the incoming special envoy for Ukraine under President Donald Trump, attended an event hosted by the Iranian opposition group, the National Council of Resistance of Iran (NCRI), in Paris on Saturday. Kellogg, a retired lieutenant general, is set to serve as Trump's envoy for Ukraine and Russia. The NCRI, headquartered in Paris, is known for its opposition to the Iranian government and has previously called for regime change in Iran. Kellogg's participation in the event, which included a speech advocating for a new policy towards Iran, underscores the group's potential influence on the incoming U.S. administration. The event also featured remarks by NCRI President-elect Maryam Rajavi, who urged Western governments to support the Iranian people's efforts against the regime. Kellogg has previously spoken at NCRI events, with his presence signaling continued U.S. attention to the group's agenda. Kellogg had postponed a European trip earlier this month, and incoming U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio has also spoken at NCRI events in the past.