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Julie Davis to serve as top US diplomat in Ukraine, State Department says

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Posted on May 1, 2025

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· Last updated: January 24, 2026

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WASHINGTON (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump and Secretary of State Marco Rubio have identified Julie Davis, currently the U.S. ambassador to Cyprus, to serve as charge d'affaires at the U.S.

Julie Davis Appointed as Leading US Diplomat in Ukraine

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump and Secretary of State Marco Rubio have identified Julie Davis, currently the U.S. ambassador to Cyprus, to serve as charge d'affaires at the U.S. embassy in Kyiv, State Department spokesperson Tammy Bruce said on Thursday.

The move comes as Washington tries to broker a peace agreement between Ukraine and Russia and after former ambassador to Ukraine Bridget Brink stepped down last month.

(Reporting by Humeyra Pamuk and Simon Lewis)

Key Takeaways

Julie Davis is appointed as charge d'affaires at the US embassy in Kyiv.
The appointment follows Bridget Brink's resignation.
The US aims to broker peace between Ukraine and Russia.
Julie Davis was previously the US ambassador to Cyprus.
The announcement was made by State Department spokesperson Tammy Bruce.

Frequently Asked Questions

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The appointment of Julie Davis as the top US diplomat in Ukraine amid efforts to mediate peace between Ukraine and Russia.

Who is Julie Davis?

Julie Davis is the newly appointed charge d'affaires at the US embassy in Kyiv, previously serving as the US ambassador to Cyprus.

Why is the US appointing a new diplomat in Ukraine?

The appointment aims to support US efforts in brokering a peace agreement between Ukraine and Russia.

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