Trump predicts 'very big' Russia deal as Melania urges lasting Ukraine ceasefire

US President Donald Trump predicted a "very big" agreement with Russia on Thursday that would extend beyond the Ukraine war to encompass "all of Europe," following First Lady Melania Trump's call for a more "lasting" ceasefire in Ukraine. Melania Trump hosted representatives from Kyiv and Moscow at the White House to push for a new truce after a six-day ceasefire ended Sunday in the Russian-occupied Ukrainian city of Oleshky. Trump said he did not speak with Ukrainian officials present, and his comments may fuel European fears he will pressure Ukraine into an unfavorable deal. The first lady delivered personal letters to Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, calling the Oleshky ceasefire a "spark in a world plunged into darkness." Trilateral talks between Russia, Ukraine, and the US are scheduled next week in Abu Dhabi, the first since February.