Trump urges Ukraine and Russia to reach peace deal before winter

U.S. President Donald Trump has urged Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and Russian President Vladimir Putin to negotiate an agreement to end the war in Ukraine before winter.

Following a meeting with Zelensky and a phone conversation with Putin, Trump expressed optimism regarding peace prospects, stating that the Russian leader "wants a deal." Trump added that reaching an agreement between both sides would be "great."

Zelensky described his discussions with Trump as "positive and productive," stating on social media that both Washington and Kyiv aim to stop Russian aggression before seasonal conditions worsen. International diplomatic efforts remain focused on creating a negotiation framework ahead of the winter months.

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