Trump confirms Russia meeting, says Ukraine peace deal near

President Donald Trump claims a peace deal between Russia and Ukraine is near, confirming he met with Putin's envoy Kirill Dmitrijev on Thursday. Trump stated the agreement would involve more than Ukraine, calling it a "big, beautiful deal" affecting all of Europe. Trump said he could not disclose details of the meeting but emphasized progress toward a settlement. He also addressed Russian attacks on civilians, saying he raises the issue with both sides. Trump confirmed he has not met with Ukraine's representative and praised his wife Melania's humanitarian ceasefire efforts. US special envoy Jared Kushner announced trilateral peace talks with Russia and Ukraine will be held next week in Abu Dhabi, marking the first joint discussions between the three countries since February.