Trump urges Ukraine and Russia to reach peace deal before winter
US President Donald Trump urged both Ukraine and Russia to negotiate a peace deal before winter following talks with President Volodymyr Zelensky.
Following a phone conversation with Russian President Vladimir Putin, US President Donald Trump met with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, urging both nations to secure a peace agreement prior to the winter. Speaking after the discussions, Trump expressed confidence that Moscow seeks a resolution, noting that mutual agreement between both capitals remains essential.
Zelensky characterized the meeting as "positive and productive," reiterating that Washington and Kyiv share the goal of concluding the conflict ahead of winter. However, neither party publicly detailed concrete terms or preconditions for potential negotiations.
Sources: Expresso, Jornal Económico, RTP (Rádio e Televisão de Portugal).
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