Trump calls on Russia and Ukraine to reach peace deal before winter

U.S. President Donald Trump has expressed confidence that Russian President Vladimir Putin is seeking a peace agreement with Ukraine following recent diplomatic talks. Speaking after a telephone conversation with Putin and a subsequent meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, Trump urged both leaders to negotiate an end to the conflict before the onset of winter.

Trump noted that "he wants a deal," referring to Putin, while emphasizing that both sides must reach a mutual compromise. Zelensky characterized his discussions with the U.S. leader as "positive and productive," adding that both Kyiv and Washington share the goal of stopping hostilities in the coming months. No specific parameters or terms for potential negotiations have been publicly disclosed.

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