Bangladesh, Feb. 19 -- US President Donald Trump expressed renewed confidence in brokering a peace deal to end the Ukraine conflict following high-level talks between American and Russian officials in Riyadh on February 18. Speaking to reporters after the discussions, Trump reaffirmed his commitment to stopping the war, criticized Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelensky, and raised concerns about the financial aid being sent to Kyiv.

Trumps remarks after the talks signaled a shift in Washingtons approach to the Ukraine conflict. “I feel much more confident about a lasting peace,” Trump stated, emphasizing that his top priority is to “save lives.” The presidents statements reflect his administrations growing focus on...