Afghanistan, Sept. 8 -- Donald Trump confirmed European leaders will visit Washington this week for urgent Ukraine war discussions, signaling possible new sanctions on Russia and stronger U.S.-EU security cooperation.

U.S. President Donald Trump announced that several European leaders will visit Washington this week-some arriving Monday or Tuesday-to discuss the unfolding war in Ukraine. Speaking to reporters after attending the U.S. Open in New York, he indicated that while he's not pleased with the current situation, he remains confident the conflict will soon be resolved. Trump also mentioned he plans to speak with Russian President Vladimir Putin in the near future.

Although Trump confirmed the visits, he did not name which European l...