A post by @FirstSquawk on X.

President Trump said in an interview with the Financial Times that he believes Russia and Ukraine are both nearing a point where they are ready to "make a deal," expressing optimism about peace talks between the two sides. Ukrainian negotiators, however, did not share that optimism, according to the report. The remarks are notable because they signal potential momentum toward de-escalation in the war, a key geopolitical risk factor for global markets. Traders will watch for any formal response from Kyiv or Moscow, and for concrete signs of progress in negotiations, to gauge whether the upbeat tone translates into action.