Trump and Zelensky seek pre-winter deal to end war in Ukraine

Following high-level talks, US President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky both expressed a desire to see the conflict in Ukraine end prior to winter. Zelensky described the dialogue as "positive and productive," noting that both nations share the objective of stopping Russian hostilities in the near future.

Trump voiced confidence that Russian President Vladimir Putin is willing to negotiate following a recent phone call between the two leaders. Emphasizing the necessity for agreement between Moscow and Kyiv, Trump called on both parties to finalize a peace arrangement, stating that Putin "wants a deal, and if Zelensky wants a deal, that would be great."

Sources: Expresso, Jornal Económico, RTP (Rádio e Televisão de Portugal)