Trump urges Ukraine and Russia to negotiate peace before winter

US President Donald Trump has expressed confidence that Russian President Vladimir Putin desires a diplomatic settlement to end the conflict in Ukraine, following a recent telephone discussion between the two leaders. Speaking after a subsequent meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, Trump urged both Kyiv and Moscow to reach a peace agreement before the upcoming winter season.

Zelensky characterized his discussions with Trump as positive, stating that both the United States and Ukraine share the objective of concluding the war within the next few months. Trump reiterated his belief that Putin is seeking a resolution, adding that an agreement between the two warring nations would be optimal. Neither side has publicly outlined specific terms or framework conditions for potential formal negotiations.

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