Trump urges Ukraine and Russia to reach winter peace deal

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 telephone call with Putin and a meeting with Zelensky, Trump expressed confidence that the Russian leader seeks a resolution, stating, "He wants a deal, and if Zelensky wants a deal, that would be great."

Zelensky described his discussions with Trump as "positive and productive," noting that both Washington and Kyiv share the goal of halting Russian military aggression in the coming months. While Trump voiced optimism regarding diplomatic prospects, specific terms for any potential settlement remain undisclosed, and Moscow has not publicly confirmed its position on proposed conditions.

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