President Donald Trump expressed optimism about a potential peace deal between Ukraine and Russia, but experts remain skeptical due to mistrust in Russian President Vladimir Putin. The Trump administration has not clarified what it would mean if the US walks away from its campaign promise to end the war in Ukraine, and whether retaliatory measures would be taken against Putin. Security experts warn that Putin is not interested in securing a peace deal with Ukraine and will continue to fight until he achieves his goals. A report suggests that Putin may attempt to negotiate leverage points with the US, such as a nuclear agreement with Iran and a 'peace deal' in Ukraine.