“We have a winner” of the US presidential elections, and it is not Donald Trump but Vladimir Putin. The tweet at the dawn of Kamala Harris’ sensational defeat is by Luca Bottura, journalist and satirist, and summarizes the idea promoted by the galaxy of the left of a Kremlin lit up with celebration for the danger averted and the tycoon’s return to the White House. Theories, as often happens, denied by the facts. Just listen to the words of the Russian president’s spokesman, Dmitry Peskov: “I am not aware of the president’s plans to congratulate Trump on the elections,” he said. “Let’s not forget that we are talking about a hostile country, which is directly and indirectly involved in a war against our state”, he added, explaining that “Russia carefully analyzes the statements of the United States, but will draw conclusions on the basis of concrete steps “.
In short, nothing but a celebration in Moscow for Trump’s election. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky congratulated the Republican on his impressive electoral victory. Kiev is preparing to talk with a totally different interlocutor than Joe Biden. The new president has already met Zelensky in New York when he said and repeated that he will favor a rapid agreement between Kiev and Moscow to end the war “I remember our good meeting with President Trump in September, when we talked in detail about the strategic partnership between Ukraine and the United States, about the plan for victory. and ways to end Russian aggression against Ukraine – writes Zelensky in a long post on X – I appreciate President Trump’s commitment to the ‘peace through strength’ approach in global affairs. This is exactly the principle that can actually bring just peace in Ukraine closer. I hope we will put it into practice together.”
We have a winner. #USelections pic.twitter.com/Iu4sAOusUl
— Luca Bottura (@bravimabasta) November 6, 2024
Not only that. Zelensky hopes for “an era of a strong United States of America under the resolute leadership of President Trump.” “We rely on continued strong bipartisan support for Ukraine in the United States – he adds – We are interested in developing mutually beneficial political and economic cooperation that will benefit both our Nations.”
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**Interview with Kirill Dmitriev, CEO of the Russian Direct Investment Fund**
**Editor**: Thank you for joining us today, Mr. Dmitriev. With the recent developments in US-Russian relations and the implications of Donald Trump’s victory, what are the Kremlin’s immediate intentions in terms of dialogue with Washington?
**Dmitriev**: Thank you for having me. The Kremlin has expressed a willingness to reinstate dialogues with the United States, particularly in light of Trump’s presidency. There is optimism for a potential reset in relations which we believe could lead to collaborative efforts on critical global issues.
**Editor**: Some voices, like that of Dmitry Peskov, have maintained a cautious stance regarding congratulations to Trump. What does that duality within the Kremlin signify?
**Dmitriev**: Peskov’s comments reflect a recognition of the complexity in our relationship. While there is hope for improved dialogues, we must navigate our interactions with the understanding that the US has been an adversarial force, especially in the context of our security concerns. We’re focused on evaluating specific policy changes rather than just the election results.
**Editor**: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has expressed intentions to work closely with Trump. How does that impact Russia’s position, especially concerning the ongoing conflict in Ukraine?
**Dmitriev**: Zelensky’s remarks are crucial. He seems to be prepared for a different kind of partnership with the US under Trump. For us, it highlights the need to reaffirm our positions and strategies regarding Ukraine while remaining open to negotiations that could lead to de-escalation. Dialogue remains key, albeit cautiously approached.
**Editor**: What do you foresee as the primary challenges in resuming relations with the US?
**Dmitriev**: The primary challenge lies in the deep-seated mistrust and differing narratives that characterize our interactions. The US must acknowledge Russia’s security interests, and we need to establish a framework where mutual respect prevails. Concrete actions and not just words will be essential in rebuilding trust.
**Editor**: Thank you, Mr. Dmitriev, for sharing your insights. It will be interesting to see how these developments unfold in the coming months.
**Dmitriev**: Thank you for having me. We all hope for a constructive path forward.
