Trump says US nearing deal to end Ukraine war

Former US President Donald Trump has said that the United States is negotiating with Russia over the war in Ukraine, noting that efforts to reach an agreement have entered an advanced stage.

His comments come amid renewed diplomatic activity, as Russian President Vladimir Putin has, in principle, agreed to resume trilateral talks between Russia, Ukraine, and the United States in November, according to the Kremlin following a meeting with US envoy Steve Witkoff in St. Petersburg.

The talks aim to discuss security arrangements for Russia and Ukraine after the war, although disagreements remain over the terms of a settlement.

Meanwhile, Kyiv's military administration has confirmed that the threat of Russian ballistic missile attacks persists, according to Al Arabiya.

The administration also reported that a Russian strike targeted a fuel station in Dniprovskyi.