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'Constructive engagement', says Russian foreign ministry on Trump win amid reports claiming Putin privately congratulated president-elect on victory

| @indiablooms | Nov 07, 2024, at 09:56 pm

Moscow/IBNS: In the wake of the United States presidential election results, Russia’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs has issued a statement recognizing the significance of the event and reiterating the Kremlin's stance on its relationship with the US.

The Ministry noted that, while the United States remains a “key international actor,” Russia intends to maintain a neutral stance on domestic matters, including electoral outcomes.

In the official statement, Russia underscored its hope for “constructive engagement” with the incoming administration to address global challenges.

The Ministry stressed that it seeks to maintain “stable, predictable relations” with Washington, an important message following years of fluctuating diplomatic ties and sanctions between the two nations.

However, Western media outlets are now reporting that, despite the formal neutrality, Russian President Vladimir Putin and several top officials privately congratulated Donald Trump on his historic victory in the presidential race.

Sources close to the Russian government disclosed that high-level officials expressed approval of Trump’s win, reportedly seeing it as an opportunity to mend strained relations.

This revelation has stirred reactions within the US, with some political analysts suggesting it could prompt questions about Russia’s stance toward American politics.

Trump's history with the Kremlin, marked by both controversy and diplomacy, has been scrutinized since his initial election campaign, raising renewed discussions about how these connections might influence international dynamics in his new term.

The Kremlin, meanwhile, has neither confirmed nor denied reports of these private congratulations.

Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov responded to questions on the subject by affirming Russia’s respect for the American electoral process, declining to elaborate on any personal communications.

Political analysts note that Moscow’s messaging appears to balance public neutrality with a more optimistic view of Trump’s administration behind closed doors.

The Russian media has also largely welcomed Trump’s victory, emphasizing his past assertions of seeking warmer ties with Moscow.

State-sponsored news outlets have speculated on the potential for reduced tensions and increased cooperation, particularly around counterterrorism and arms control.

In Washington, the news has already sparked debate about the potential implications of Trump’s perceived favourable relationship with the Kremlin.

With international diplomacy in a delicate state and emerging multipolar dynamics, the interactions between Moscow and Washington will be closely monitored as Trump assumes office once more.

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