US President Donald Trump says progress is being made toward ending the Russia–Ukraine war, despite tensions between Vladimir Putin and Volodymyr Zelenskyy. Trump revealed he requested a brief pause in attacks amid extreme winter conditions as peace talks approach. US President Donald Trump has expressed cautious optimism about the possibility of ending the Russia–Ukraine war, suggesting that diplomatic efforts may be nearing a breakthrough despite deep personal animosity between Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Russian President Vladimir Putin. Speaking to journalists at the White House on Friday, Trump acknowledged that hostility between the two leaders continues to complicate negotiations. Fighting Continues Despite Diplomatic SignalsDespite these diplomatic overtures, violence on the ground has not subsided.

Source: dna January 31, 2026 05:24 UTC