SOCHI, RUSSIA – OCTOBER 06: Russian President Vladimir Putin speeches during his meeting with Russian IWAS 2015 Worlds Games medalists on October 6, 2015 in Sochi, Russia. (Sasha Mordovets/Getty Images)
OTTAWA – Russia’s ambassador to Canada says the U.S. election of president-elect Donald Trump was a victory for common sense and pragmatism.
Alexander Darchiev told CTV’s “Question Period” that Trump’s presidency will provide a “promising opening for Russian-American relations,” which he acknowledged are not currently in great shape.
Trump frequently called Russian President Vladimir Putin a stronger leader than U.S. President Barack Obama during the election campaign and primaries.
Trump also questioned American …read more
Source: Macleans
