Putin congratulates Trump on election victory and hopes for better U.S.-Russia relations
Russian President Vladimir Putin congratulated Donald Trump on his re-election victory, marking his first public comments on the U.S. election. Putin praised Trump's bravery during a recent assassination attempt and expressed hope for improved U.S.-Russia relations.
Putin acknowledged Trump's interest in restoring ties and addressing the Ukrainian crisis. However, he emphasized the need for concrete policy actions from Trump’s administration before any significant changes can occur.
The Kremlin remains cautious, viewing the U.S. election as a choice between two unfavorable options. Despite Trump's past admiration for Putin, the Kremlin noted that Trump's first term saw unprecedented sanctions against Russia.