US President Donald Trump has predicted that the war in Ukraine could be nearing its end, according to statements made on September 23, 2026. Trump did not provide a specific timeline or details on how a ceasefire might be achieved, but his remarks come amid ongoing diplomatic efforts to broker peace.
In a separate development, the European Union has removed two Russian oligarchs from its sanctions list. The EU Council confirmed the delisting but did not disclose the names of the individuals or the reasons for the decision. The move marks a rare easing of EU sanctions on Russian elites since the full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022.
The EU has maintained broad sanctions on Russia, including asset freezes and travel bans on hundreds of individuals and entities. The delisting of two oligarchs could signal a shift in the EU's approach, though officials have not indicated any broader change in policy.
Trump's prediction and the EU's action are separate but both relate to the ongoing conflict. The war in Ukraine continues, with no official ceasefire announced as of September 23, 2026.
