Trump urges Ukraine and Russia to reach peace deal before winter

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Posted Oct 17, 2026, 12:30 AM UTC · In the digest of 2026-10-17-0030
Trump urges Ukraine and Russia to reach peace deal before winter
Photo: RTP (Rádio e Televisão de Portugal)

U.S. President Donald Trump has called on Ukraine and Russia to reach a peace agreement before winter following talks with both leaders.

U.S. President Donald Trump has urged Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and Russian President Vladimir Putin to negotiate a peace agreement prior to the winter season. The statements followed a telephone discussion between Trump and Putin, alongside a direct meeting with Zelensky.

Trump stated his belief that the Russian leader is open to reaching a settlement, emphasizing that an agreement between both sides would be ideal. Ukrainian President Zelensky described his discussions with Trump as constructive, noting that both Kyiv and Washington share the goal of concluding the conflict before winter begins. Neither country has publicly outlined concrete terms or conditions for potential diplomatic talks.

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

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