Trump urges Ukraine and Russia to reach peace deal before winter

U.S. President Donald Trump has called on Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and Russian President Vladimir Putin to negotiate an agreement to end the war in Ukraine before winter. Speaking after separate exchanges with both leaders, Trump stated that Putin "wants a deal" and emphasized that progress relies on mutual compromise, adding that "if Zelensky wants a deal, it would be great."

Zelensky described his meeting with Trump as "positive and productive," expressing confidence that the conflict could end in the coming months as both Kyiv and Washington seek a resolution. While Trump noted broad alignment with Ukraine on several issues, he reiterated that direct agreement between Kyiv and Moscow remains necessary to stop the fighting.

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