[Regnum] Statements by US President Donald Trump that he was angered by a conversation with his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin demonstrate a change in Washington's policy toward Moscow. This was stated by The Washington Post.
"The comments mark a change from the softer approach toward Russia and its president that Trump has taken in the first two months of his new administration," the article, published March 30, said.
It is noted that Trump's previous approach led to "the creation of a world more favorable to Moscow" and the weakening of NATO's position.
As reported by the Regnum news agency, on March 30, the NBC News channel stated that the head of the White House was allegedly "very angry and furious" after the Russian leader's words about the illegitimacy of the head of the Kiev regime, Volodymyr Zelensky. The publication emphasized that the reason for such a reaction was Putin's proposal to create a transitional government in Ukraine under the auspices of the UN and a number of countries. According to the TV channel, Trump also threatened to impose duties on Russian oil in the amount of 25% to 50% if Moscow does not agree to resolve the armed conflict with Kiev.
However, Trump also noted that he maintains a good relationship with the Russian leader and intends to hold another telephone conversation this week, NBC News reports.
In response, the press secretary of the Russian president, Dmitry Peskov, reported that the statements published by the American TV channel were presented in a retelling, without supporting quotes. He also added that Moscow continues to work with Washington, primarily on building bilateral relations, which were significantly damaged by the previous administration. In addition, Peskov clarified that Putin remains open to dialogue with Trump, and their conversation will be promptly organized if necessary.