Zelensky anticipates peace talks with Putin before winter

The article focuses on Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky's orientation towards negotiating peace with Russia before winter, with cautious optimism about the possibility of reaching a ceasefire during September and October. It indicated that Russia might rely on a harsh winter to weaken Ukraine, particularly by targeting energy infrastructure, while Zelensky emphasized that his goal is to avoid alienating the United States ahead of the US midterm elections in November.