In a series of statements, Vladimir Putin has praised Donald Trump as an ‘intelligent and experienced’ leader, capable of finding solutions to the ongoing Ukraine conflict. Despite this admiration, Putin has expressed serious concerns regarding Trump’s safety, citing potential assassination attempts. The Russian leader emphasized that while he believes Trump is clever and can navigate the challenges of the situation, he does not think the former president is currently safe. Putin’s comments come as he signals readiness for talks with Trump to help end the war in Ukraine, while also criticizing the U.S. administration’s handling of Trump and escalating tensions in the region.