Russian propagandists have quoted his statements. He also noted that peace negotiations involve “issues that require special attention.” Read also: Duda: Make Putin beg for peace talks with Ukraine and its allies Putin claimed that Russia’s war against Ukraine would not have started if Trump had won the 2020 presidential election.

Russian President Vladimir Putin is ready to talk to US counterpart Donald Trump but is waiting for signals from Washington first, a Kremlin spokesman said Friday. But hours later, Russian Foreign