Trump meets Russian envoy, claims 'very big deal' with Moscow near
US President Donald Trump announced on November 5 that he met unexpectedly with Russian envoy Kirill Dmitriev at the White House, claiming a "very big deal" with Russia is imminent that could extend beyond Ukraine to all of Europe. Trump declined to disclose details of the discussion but stated the agreement would be "great" and satisfy everyone. He noted he had not met with Ukrainian officials present at the White House, while First Lady Melania Trump hosted discussions with the Ukrainian delegation and called for a more sustainable ceasefire. The announcement raises European concerns about Trump favoring Russia and pressuring Ukraine into an unfavorable settlement. NATO members are monitoring whether Trump will accommodate Russian proposals to reduce US presence in Europe. Trump previously pledged to end the Ukraine conflict within 24 hours of taking office in January 2025, and US-mediated talks between Russian and Ukrainian representatives are scheduled in Abu Dhabi on November 10-11.