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Then and Now: Trump Cabinet Picks’ Stances on Russia and Ukraine

President-elect Donald Trump’s cabinet selections offered clues about the new administration’s Russia policy, and potentially the future of U.S. support...

Ukraine Slams Scholz After First Call With Putin in Two Years

The call had opened a "Pandora's box," Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said.

Russia to Launch Trump Vodka

The patent application for Trumpovka brand vodka includes a distinctive label featuring Trump’s silhouette holding an accordion.

opinion Alexander Dubowy

The Kremlin Said Trump-Putin Phone Call Never Happened. Why?

Denying that the conversation took place, when evidence suggests it does, is part of Moscow's strategy to make the U.S. look unreliable.

Russia Blocks Screenings of New Trump Biopic

The film’s local distributor said it failed to receive a screening license from the authorities but did not explain the reason behind the decision.

Kremlin Denies Reports of Putin-Trump Phone Call Over Ukraine

“This is completely untrue. This is pure fiction, this is simply false information,” spokesman Dmitry Peskov told reporters.

Trump Told Putin Not to Escalate Ukraine War in Post-Election Call – Washington Post

The call marks the two men's first phone conversation following Trump's victory in the U.S. presidential election.

No ‘Trump Rally’ for Russian Stocks, Tycoons

The Russian benchmark stock index gained following Trump’s victory, but it remains lower than it was this summer or before the Kremlin’s full-scale...

Trump’s Win Gives Optimism to Russian Brokers

“All the talk this morning is about how to trade Russia and whether sanctions will be thrown off,” FT wrote.

Putin Says 'Ready' to Talk With 'Courageous' Trump

"I take this opportunity to congratulate him," Putin said following Trump's election victory.

Belarusian Leader Praises Trump, Says U.S. ’Not Ready’ for Female President

“America was ready to elect a Black president, but America is not ready to elect a woman,” Alexander Lukashenko said at a woodchopping event.

What Trump Has Said About Ukraine Over the Years

Trump’s statements show a surprising consistency in praising Vladimir Putin and claiming he could end the war in Ukraine.

Kremlin Hints at Possible Putin-Trump Call Before January Inauguration

The Kremlin said earlier that it remains “open” to contact with Trump but indicated it would not take the first step in re-establishing communication...

3 Ways Trump's Victory Will Impact the Russian Economy

At least from an economic point of view, there are no good omens for a second Trump administration.

Trump Advisers Push to ‘Freeze’ War in Ukraine, Pause Kyiv’s Bid to Join NATO – WSJ

One of the proposals involves establishing a 1,300-kilometer “demilitarized zone” and blocking Ukraine’s NATO membership for 20 years.

Kremlin Officials Hope Trump Will Hand Putin an Advantage in Ukraine – and Europe

Senior officials in the Kremlin, the Russian government and the Foreign Ministry are expressing cautious optimism about Trump’s victory in private.

Will a Second Trump Presidency Reshape U.S.-Russia Ties? Experts Weigh In

While the president-elect's fondness for Putin could have a positive impact on bilateral ties, a full “reset” in relations is unlikely, analysts say...

Putin Won’t Congratulate Trump Just Yet, Top Spokesman Says

“Let’s not forget that we’re talking about an unfriendly country that’s both directly and indirectly involved in a war against our nation,” Peskov...

Zelensky Says He Hopes Trump ‘Victory’ Will Bring ‘Just Peace in Ukraine Closer’

“We look forward to an era of a strong United States of America under President Trump’s decisive leadership,” the Ukrainian president said.

Russian Officials Cautiously Welcome Donald Trump's Re-Election

While Putin has yet to comment on the election results, other officials expressed tentative hopes that Trump will cut aid to Kyiv and repair relations...

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