Trump urges Zelensky and Putin 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 end to the war in Ukraine ahead of the coming winter. Speaking following a meeting with Zelensky and a telephone call with Putin, Trump expressed confidence that the Russian leader is open to a diplomatic resolution, remarking, "He wants a deal, and if Zelensky wants a deal, that would be great."

Zelensky characterized his discussion with Trump as positive and productive, noting a shared desire between Kyiv and Washington to halt Russian aggression in the coming months. While leaders expressed optimism about potential negotiations, specific terms for a settlement remain undisclosed, and Moscow has not publicly confirmed any proposed conditions.

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