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Putin congratulates Trump ahead of inauguration, says open to talks on Ukraine and nuclear arms

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Posted on January 20, 2025

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Putin Extends Congratulations to Trump, Open to Ukraine Talks

MOSCOW (Reuters) - Russian President Vladimir Putin congratulated U.S. President-elect Donald Trump on taking office hours before Trump's inauguration in Washington and said he was open to dialogue with the new U.S. administration on Ukraine and nuclear arms.

Putin, who said he wanted to secure long-lasting peace in Ukraine rather than a short ceasefire, made the comments during a meeting of Russia's Security Council.

(Reporting by Reuters; Writing by Lucy Papachristou; Editing by Andrew Osborn)

Key Takeaways

  • Putin congratulates Trump before inauguration.
  • Putin open to dialogue on Ukraine and nuclear arms.
  • Focus on long-lasting peace in Ukraine.
  • Comments made during Russia's Security Council meeting.
  • Potential shift in Russia-US relations under Trump.

Frequently Asked Questions

What did Putin say to Trump ahead of the inauguration?
Putin congratulated Trump on taking office and expressed his openness to dialogue.
What is Putin's stance on peace in Ukraine?
Putin emphasized the need for long-lasting peace in Ukraine rather than just a short ceasefire.
Where did Putin make his comments?
Putin made his comments during a meeting of Russia's Security Council.

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