Kremlin Confirms Trump-Putin Call Was Friendly, Constructive, Mutually Beneficial, Prioritized
Fighting Terrorism
by Tyler Durden.
Vladimir Putin reportedly congratulated Donald Trump for officially assuming office and wished
him success in his future activities, during the two controversial leaders' first conversation
since the inauguration.
Below is the readout of the conversation between the two leaders per the Kremlin
Vladimir Putin congratulated Donald Trump on taking office and wished him every success
in his work.
During the conversation, both sides expressed their readiness to make active joint efforts
to stabilise and develop Russia-US cooperation on a constructive, equitable and mutually
beneficial basis.
Mr Putin and Mr Trump had a detailed discussion of pressing international issues, including
the fight against terrorism, the situation in the Middle East, the Arab-Israeli conflict,
strategic stability and non-proliferation, the situation with Iran�s nuclear programme,
and the Korean Peninsula issue.
The discussion also touched upon the main aspects of the Ukrainian crisis.
The sides agreed to build up partner cooperation in these and other areas.
The two leaders emphasised that joining efforts in fighting the main threat � international
terrorism � is a top priority.
The presidents spoke out for establishing real coordination of actions between Russia
and the USA aimed at defeating ISIS and other terrorists groups in Syria.
The sides stressed the importance of rebuilding mutually beneficial trade and economic ties
between the two counties� business communities, which could give an additional impetus to
progressive and sustainable development of bilateral relations.
Mr Putin and Mr Trump agreed to issue instructions to work out the possible date and venue for
their meeting.
Donald Trump asked to convey his wishes of happiness and prosperity to the Russian people,
saying that the American people have warm feelings towards Russia and its citizens.
Vladimir Putin, in turn, emphasised that the feeling is mutual, adding that for over two
centuries Russia has supported the United States, was its ally during the two world
wars, and now sees the United States as a major partner in fighting international terrorism.
The two leaders agreed to maintain regular personal contacts.
The conversation took place in a positive and constructive atmosphere.
As Putin spokesman Pesko later added, cited by Interfax, the issue of lifting Russian
sanctions was not discussed in conversations between the two presidents.
We look forward to CNN's (and Chuck Schumer's and John McCain's) spin on this.
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