European markets are poised for a strong opening, buoyed by increasing optimism regarding the potential end of the war in Ukraine. This sentiment has been reinforced by statements from U.S. President Donald Trump, who indicated his agreement with Russian President Vladimir Putin to initiate peace talks. As a result, the Ibex 35 index in Spain is nearing the 13,000-point mark, reflecting a gain of 0.15%. Other European markets are also expected to open significantly higher, with analysts citing the prospects of peace as a driving factor behind the positive market sentiment.