Putin Praises Trump, Signals Readiness for New US-Russia Relations

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Russian President Vladimir Putin congratulated Donald Trump on his election victory, praising him as a 'courageous man' and expressing willingness to engage in discussions with him. Putin acknowledged Trump's claim of being able to end the war in Ukraine quickly, though Trump has not detailed his plan. Concerns have arisen in Europe and Ukraine about potential changes in US military aid to Kyiv under Trump's leadership. Meanwhile, European leaders, including UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer, have reaffirmed their support for Ukraine, while Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban highlighted upcoming trade challenges with the US.
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