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Putin's Autumn and Trump's Return
Analysis of Russia's current political climate and potential implications of Trump's presidency for US-Russia relations.
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Vladimir PutinDonald TrumpMaia SanduBarack ObamaMargarita Simonian
- What are the possible reasons for Russia's cautious approach to Trump's victory?
- Putin's delayed congratulations and the Russian foreign ministry's statement suggest uncertainty about Trump's actual policy towards Russia. It may stem from Trump's previous failure to lift sanctions or provide lethal aid to Ukraine.
- How does Russia's reaction to Trump's victory in 2020 differ from its reaction in 2016?
- The Russian reaction to Trump's victory differs from 2016. This time, there's a more cautious approach, reflecting an understanding of the anti-Russia sentiment prevalent in both US political parties.
- What is the current situation in the Donbass and Kursk regions, according to the article?
- Russia is making slow but steady advances in the Donbass and Kursk regions. The BRICS+ summit demonstrated Russia's international standing, while the Georgian parliamentary elections resulted in a pro-Russian party's victory.
- What is the most pressing issue that will define the relationship between Trump and Putin?
- Trump's campaign promise to resolve the Ukraine conflict swiftly will be a crucial test of his presidency and a key area of interaction with Putin. This issue is highly divisive in the US and will strongly define the relationship between both leaders.
- What were the outcomes of the recent elections in Georgia and Moldova, and what is their significance?
- While Moldovan President Maia Sandu was re-elected, the narrow margin of victory in the EU referendum suggests potential future complications. The overall picture, however, seems favorable for Putin.