Trump calls on Zelensky and Putin to reach deal before winter

U.S. President Donald Trump has urged Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and Russian President Vladimir Putin to negotiate an agreement ending the war in Ukraine prior to winter. Following a telephone conversation with Putin and a meeting with Zelensky, Trump stated he believes Moscow is seeking a resolution, remarking, "He wants a deal, and if Zelensky wants a deal, that would be great."

Zelensky described his discussions with Trump as "positive and productive," affirming a mutual desire to halt Russian military operations in the coming months. While Trump expressed optimism regarding a diplomatic solution, specific parameters for potential negotiations remain undisclosed, and Russian officials have not publicly detailed their terms for a potential settlement.

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