Trump, who has refused to answer whether it would be in the best interest of the U.S. for Ukraine to defeat Russia, has said he could strike a deal between both sides in the conflict “within 24 hours” but has not explained what a potential agreement would entail.

Russian President Vladimir Putin praised President-elect Trump as an “intelligent” and “experienced” leader Thursday, while noting he does not believe the president-elect is “safe” following the two attempts on his life earlier this year.