In an interview with Newsmax, President Zelensky warned that Vladimir Putin will ultimately deceive Donald Trump, and the world will witness it. He emphasized that sanctions can be effective—if loopholes are closed, Russia would be unable to acquire missile components. Engaging Moscow in dialogue, he said, might feel like a pleasant conversation, but it won't stop a runaway train with no one at the controls. Words alone won’t stop Russia. Zelensky affirmed that Ukraine is committed to peace—but not at the cost of surrender.