Putin hopes for better ties with US
By Associated Press in Moscow | China Daily | Updated: 2016-12-02 07:28
Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Thursday that Russia hopes to normalize ties with the United States and join efforts in the fight against international terrorism.
Speaking in a live state-of-the-nation address, Putin said that Russia is ready to take part in tackling global challenges if its interests are respected.
"We don't want confrontation with anyone," he said.
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