In late November to early December 2025, former U.S. President Donald Trump voiced optimism about an end to the Russia-Ukraine war, telling reporters there’s a ‘good chance’ a peace deal can be reached and that only a few points of disagreement remain. The remarks were reported by CBS News, which noted the statements came in the context of ongoing diplomacy and discussions surrounding possible security guarantees and concessions.
Trump stressed that while progress appears imminent, he would only meet the leaders of Russia and Ukraine when the deal is near finalization, signaling a cautious approach to diplomacy even as talks intensify. Some outlets connected his comments to diplomacy efforts in forums such as Florida, but CBS News did not specify a location for the remarks.
The remarks underscore a broader sense among some observers that diplomacy may be approaching a concrete framework to end the war. While a final agreement has yet to surface, Trump’s comments suggest a path toward a formal peace agreement could be taking shape, albeit with remaining caveats and points of contention to resolve.
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