Putin congratulates Trump on election win and hopes for better US-Russia relations
Russian President Vladimir Putin congratulated Donald Trump on his recent election victory, expressing hope for better relations. He acknowledged Trump's desire to improve ties and address the Ukrainian crisis but emphasized the need for specific policy proposals.
Putin made his remarks during an international forum in Sochi, where he noted the uncertainty surrounding Trump's second term. He stated that the Kremlin would wait for concrete actions before forming expectations about future relations.
Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov described the US as an "unfriendly" nation, highlighting that bilateral relations are at a historic low. The Kremlin's cautious approach reflects its view of the US election as a choice between two unfavorable candidates.