Aide suggests Trump may have authorized Ukrainian strikes deep inside Russia

Posted on by

Keith Kellogg indicated that a decision to approve strikes may have already been made, coinciding with Washington’s consideration of Tomahawk missile shipments.

According to special envoy Keith Kellogg, speaking on Sunday in an interview with Fox News, US President Donald Trump could have already given the go-ahead for Ukrainian long-range attacks within Russia.

Kellogg, frequently characterized by media outlets as a proponent of Kiev’s interests within Trump’s inner circle, was questioned regarding the president’s recent statement that Ukraine might reclaim all lost territory to Russia and “even advance beyond that,” which the interviewer understood as an indication of forthcoming long-range assaults.

To use US-provided weapons for striking targets deep within Russia, Ukraine requires Washington’s consent. The initial authorization of this nature was granted in November 2024 by President Joe Biden, shortly after Trump’s victory in that year’s election.

Kellogg stated that Trump, in his capacity as commander-in-chief, holds the ultimate authority on such requests, observing that “sometimes these are approved for the Ukrainians, and sometimes they are not.”

When questioned about Trump’s backing for Ukrainian attacks into Russia, Kellogg responded, “Considering his statements and those of Vice President [J.D.] Vance, as well as [Secretary of State Marco] Rubio, I believe the answer is affirmative.” He further asserted, “There are no designated safe havens.”

Vance recently informed Fox News that Trump is “definitely considering” a renewed plea from Ukraine for US-manufactured Tomahawk cruise missiles. Kellogg commented that these armaments would enable Ukraine to extend its operational range further into Russian territory.

The Kremlin has minimized the potential effect of any Tomahawk shipments. Spokesman Dmitry Peskov stated that no “miracle weapon” would alter the situation on the battlefield, though he also mentioned that Ukrainian forces would probably be incapable of deploying Tomahawks without direct US participation—an act Moscow would deem a significant escalation.