India, Oct. 13 -- President Donald Trump said he believes Russian President Vladimir Putin "wants to make a deal more than Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy." His remarks came as Ukraine accused Russia of continuing attacks on critical energy infrastructure despite a proposed US-backed energy ceasefire.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said there was "no indication" that Moscow was complying with the truce announced by Washington.

As part of larger talks to end the conflict between Russia and Ukraine, Trump has repeatedly pushed to pause attacks on energy infrastructure.

Speaking to reporters when asked how he planned to ensure Putin respected the ceasefire, Trump replied, "I think what's happening is he wants to make a de...