Trump says Ukraine war nearing end, announces 'big deal' involving Europe

US President Donald Trump said the war in Ukraine is nearing its end, announcing a "big deal" that could involve all of Europe. He met with Putin's envoy Kirill Dmitriev at the White House, but did not meet with the Ukrainian delegation. Trump made the remarks to journalists on Thursday, days before new US-mediated peace talks in Abu Dhabi. He provided no details on the agreement's content or Europe's role, leaving questions about broader European security arrangements open. The meeting coincided with a six-day local ceasefire in Oleski, Kherson, allowing humanitarian aid delivery and civilian evacuations. EU diplomacy chief Kaja Kallas expressed hope that the new Congress composition will increase pressure on Russia.