Trump: Ukraine-Russia peace deal "closer than ever" amid Berlin talks

• US President Donald Trump stated that a peace deal between Ukraine and Russia is "closer than ever" following talks in Berlin.
• Trump highlighted "tremendous support" from European leaders, including Germany, France, and the UK, who also seek an end to the conflict.
• Diplomatic discussions involved US, European, and NATO leaders with Ukrainian President Zelenskyy to negotiate a resolution.
• European leaders agreed to Western security guarantees for Ukraine, but territorial control remains a main obstacle.
• Zelenskyy previously indicated Ukraine's readiness to forgo NATO membership for Western security assurances.

Why It Matters: Trump's statement suggests a potential end to the Ukraine-Russia war.