Trump urges Ukraine and Russia to negotiate peace deal before winter
US President Donald Trump has urged Ukraine and Russia to reach a peace agreement before winter, following discussions with both Volodymyr Zelensky and Vladimir Putin.
US President Donald Trump stated he is confident Russian President Vladimir Putin wants a peace deal to end the conflict in Ukraine. Speaking after a telephone call with Putin and a subsequent meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, Trump called on both leaders to reach an agreement before the arrival of winter.
Zelensky described his discussions with Trump as "positive and productive," adding on social media that both nations desire a swift conclusion to the hostilities. Ukrainian officials expressed optimism that fighting could cease in the coming months. However, none of the involved parties have publicly outlined concrete terms or a formal framework for peace negotiations.
Sources: Expresso, Jornal Económico, RTP (Rádio e Televisão de Portugal).
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