Putin congratulates Trump on election win and expresses readiness for dialogue
theguardian.com — November 7, 2024, 09:00 PM UTC
Vladimir Putin has congratulated Donald Trump on his election victory and praised his courage during a recent assassination attempt. Putin expressed readiness for dialogue with the incoming Republican president.
Speaking at a discussion forum in Sochi, Putin noted Trump's desire to improve relations with Russia and address the Ukraine crisis. He acknowledged the challenges Trump faced during the election campaign.
Putin indicated he would welcome a meeting with Trump if requested. The Kremlin also commented on Trump's statements regarding the Ukraine conflict, noting they remembered his commitment to seek resolution.
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