Putin congratulates Trump and emphasizes need to restore US-Russia relations
Russian President Vladimir Putin congratulated Donald Trump on his election victory as the 47th President of the United States. Putin expressed readiness to engage with Trump and emphasized the importance of restoring US-Russia relations and addressing the Ukrainian crisis.
Putin noted that relations between the two countries are at a historic low, largely due to US support for Ukraine. He stated that while Russia is open to dialogue, the initiative to improve ties lies with the US.
Putin praised Trump’s response to a recent assassination attempt, calling him "brave." He indicated willingness for a phone call with Trump before the inauguration, highlighting a potential shift in diplomatic engagement.