US President Donald Trump calls for peace deal before winter after meeting Volodymyr Zelensky

US President Donald Trump has urged Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and Russian President Vladimir Putin to negotiate a peace agreement before the onset of winter. Speaking after a bilateral meeting with Zelensky, Trump expressed confidence regarding diplomatic prospects following a recent telephone discussion with the Russian leader. "He wants a deal, and if Zelensky wants a deal, that would be great," Trump stated.

Zelensky characterized the dialogue with Trump as "positive and productive," emphasizing that both Ukraine and the United States aim to end the conflict in the coming months. The meeting reflects renewed diplomatic attempts to encourage both warring parties toward formal negotiations to halt hostilities.

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