Putin Praises Trump, Predicts Shift in U.S.-Europe Relations

The Russian president expressed admiration for Trump’s leadership, suggesting a rapid reordering of ties with European elites under his presidency.

Russian President Vladimir Putin praised U.S. President Donald Trump in a state television interview, highlighting his leadership style and contrasting it with former President Joe Biden.
Putin claimed Trump would quickly establish control over European elites, whom he described as historically deferential to U.S. influence.
The Russian leader emphasized Trump’s differing views on issues like gender politics and hailed past German leaders for their independence from U.S. directives.
While Trump has repeatedly announced plans for a meeting with Putin to discuss ending the war in Ukraine, no date has been set for such talks.
Putin reiterated his willingness to resume contact with Trump, referencing their prior relationship during Trump’s first term in office.