Following the declaration of Donald Trump as the presumptive winner of the 2024 U.S. election, the Kremlin has expressed its intention to closely monitor the comments and actions of the projected Trump presidency.
Russian presidential press secretary Dmitry Peskov stated that they are carefully analyzing and monitoring everything, and will base their conclusions on specific words and steps taken by the new administration.
The announcement came around 10 a.m. local time in Russia, approximately two hours after the news of Trump's victory broke in the U.S.
Trump, known for his tough stance on Russia during his previous term, reiterated his firm approach towards President Vladimir Putin during a town hall event in September. He claimed that his actions, particularly opposing the Nord Stream pipeline, had a significant impact on Russia.
Trump asserted that under his leadership, events such as the Russia-Ukraine conflict and tensions in the Middle East would have been prevented. He emphasized his belief that his presidency would have averted certain critical situations that unfolded during the previous administration.
The Kremlin's response to Trump's victory signals a keen interest in the future policies and decisions of the incoming U.S. administration, particularly in relation to Russia and international affairs.
