Trump urges Zelensky and Putin to reach deal to end Ukraine war 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 prior to winter. Following a bilateral meeting with Zelensky and a recent telephone conversation with Putin, Trump stated that the Russian leader desires "an agreement."

Zelensky described his discussions with Trump as "positive and productive," expressing shared intent between Washington and Kyiv to halt the conflict in the coming months. Ukrainian officials signaled optimism that diplomatic momentum could bring the hostilities to a close soon. Meanwhile, Trump reiterated his call for both sides to reach terms, emphasizing that a resolution is achievable.

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