Trump: Zelenskyy, Putin 'Hate Each Other,' But Ukraine Peace Deal 'Close'

• Donald Trump states progress is being made towards ending the Russia-Ukraine war, despite animosity between Zelenskyy and Putin.
• Trump claims Putin agreed to a temporary pause in attacks on Kyiv and other cities due to severe winter conditions, following his personal request.
• The US President cited 'record-setting cold' and humanitarian concerns as reasons for his appeal to Putin.
• Despite diplomatic signals, fighting continues, with Ukrainian officials reporting casualties and Zelenskyy warning of a new Russian offensive.
• Trump's comments precede US-mediated peace talks and Russia's invitation to Zelenskyy for negotiations in Moscow.