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

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Posted Oct 14, 2026, 01:30 PM UTC · In the digest of 2026-10-14-1330
Trump calls on Ukraine and Russia to negotiate peace deal before winter
Photo: RTP (Rádio e Televisão de Portugal)

U.S. President Donald Trump urges Volodymyr Zelensky and Vladimir Putin to reach a peace settlement before winter, expressing confidence that Moscow wants a deal.

U.S. President Donald Trump has expressed confidence that Russian President Vladimir Putin seeks a negotiated end to the conflict in Ukraine following a recent telephone exchange. Speaking after talks with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, Trump urged both sides to conclude an agreement before the onset of winter.

Zelensky characterized his discussions with the American leader as constructive, reiterating a shared interest in halting Russian military action in the coming months. Trump remarked that "if Zelensky wants an agreement, that would be great," maintaining that the Kremlin is similarly prepared to negotiate terms. However, specific details or preconditions for prospective diplomatic talks remain undisclosed by all parties involved.

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

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