The key facts
- Trump called Russia a 'giant machine' with virtually inexhaustible resources and noted the advance of Russian troops on the front line.
- Trump urged Zelensky to conclude a settlement agreement, expressing confidence that Moscow wants to end the conflict.
- US Special Envoy Steve Witkoff will present in St. Petersburg on October 21 settlement proposals prepared based on Washington's consultations with Kyiv and European partners.
Trump's Statements on the Front Line Situation
US President Donald Trump, speaking to the press, said that the Russian army continues to advance on the front line thanks to the country's significant resource capabilities. He called Russia a 'giant machine' and noted that its resources are virtually inexhaustible. According to the American leader, Russian troops continue to expand the territory that has come under Russian control.
Call for a Deal
Trump expressed confidence that Moscow wants to end the conflict and urged Volodymyr Zelensky to take the same position and conclude a settlement agreement.
Upcoming Presentation of Witkoff's Proposals
It was previously reported that US presidential special envoy Steve Witkoff will present settlement proposals for the Ukrainian conflict in St. Petersburg on October 21, prepared based on Washington's consultations with Kyiv and European partners. According to available information, the parties managed to find some 'elements of peace.' The proposals are based on the results of negotiations among representatives of the United States, Ukraine, and European countries.
