Trump says Ukraine will have 'different shape' after war

U.S. President Donald Trump has stated that Ukraine will emerge from the ongoing conflict with Russia possessing a "different shape," predicting a swift end to the hostilities while asserting that his diplomatic intervention is driving potential peace agreements.

Speaking in an interview with CBS News' 60 Minutes on Sunday, Trump offered no specific details regarding potential territorial adjustments but expressed strong confidence that a resolution is near.

"I think we're going to have it done and I think it's going to happen and they're going to end up with a little bit different shape," Trump said.

The U.S. president attributed the prolonged nature of the negotiations partly to personal animosity between Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, while vigorously defending his own record against accusations of leniency toward Moscow.

"I believe that that war is going to end and it's going to end soon, and the only reason it's going to end is because of me," he stated, adding, "There's been nobody that's been tougher on Russia than me."

Trump also addressed broader logistical elements of the conflict, defending his policy on Russian oil exports and explaining that military assistance to Ukraine is routed through European partners who pay full price.

Regarding reports of temporary restrictions on Ukraine's access to Elon Musk's Starlink satellite internet network, Trump indicated he was unaware of who initiated the disruption, noting that service was ultimately restored.