
Donald Trump Inauguration: Russian President Vladimir Putin on Monday (January 20) congratulated US President Donald Trump before his swearing-in ceremony. Congratulating Trump on his return to the White House for the second time, Putin has expressed his desire for talks on the Russia-Ukraine conflict.
“We are ready to negotiate the Ukrainian conflict with the new US administration,” Putin said in a televised statement. He stressed that the basis of any agreement must be “respect for the legitimate interests of all parties and lasting peace”.
Donald Trump’s claim
Donald Trump had earlier said in his statement that if he becomes President, he can end the Ukraine war within 24 hours of taking office. Trump said during a debate with Kamala Harris, “This war is desperate to be resolved. I will resolve it before I become President.”
Trump’s relations with Russia and Ukraine
In fact, Trump had said in his statement that he knows Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky well. He said, “Putin and Zelensky respect me. They do not respect Biden.”
Trump’s displeasure over US aid to Ukraine
Trump has repeatedly raised questions on American aid being given to Ukraine. There are speculations that if he becomes President, American aid to Ukraine may be cut.
What can the Russia-Ukraine conflict change?
The statements of Putin and Trump indicate that there may be scope for talks between them. However, it will be important to see how Trump implements his promises and what impact it has on the Russia-Ukraine conflict.
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