Russian President Vladimir Putin’s recent statement about supporting US Vice President Kamala Harris in the upcoming presidential election has stirred international controversy and confusion. Speaking at the Eastern Economic Forum in Vladivostok, Putin said with a smile that Russia would ‘support’ Harris’s candidacy, noting her ‘infectious laughter’ as a positive attribute. This comment came after Putin mentioned that Russia had initially favored current President Joe Biden, who has since endorsed Harris.In response to the international reaction, Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov has offered several clarifications. Peskov emphasized that American affairs are not a top priority for Putin, whose main concern is the welfare of Russia and its citizens. ‘Let them abroad themselves decode the tone of President Putin’s statements about Harris,’ Peskov stated, refusing to provide further interpretation of Putin’s remarks.The Kremlin has also used this opportunity to address broader issues in US-Russia relations. Peskov accused the United States of continuing to exert ‘unprecedented pressure’ on Russia, its citizens, and its media. He stated that Washington is attempting to suppress Moscow and prevent the Russian perspective from being available internationally. Despite this, Peskov suggested that there may come a time when the US no longer needs to use Russia as a tool in its internal political struggles.This incident occurs against the backdrop of ongoing tensions between the two nations, with the US Justice Department recently accusing Russia of running a covert campaign to influence American public opinion ahead of the election. The US presidential election is scheduled for November 5, with Kamala Harris representing the Democratic Party and Donald Trump representing the Republican Party.
Key points
- Putin stated support for Kamala Harris in the US presidential election, citing her ‘infectious laughter’.
- Kremlin spokesperson Peskov emphasized that American affairs are not a priority for Putin.
- The Kremlin accused the US of exerting ‘unprecedented pressure’ on Russia and its media.
- This incident occurs amid ongoing tensions between Russia and the US, including allegations of election interference.
Contradictions👾While Putin expressed support for Harris, US intelligence officials maintain that Moscow still prefers former President Donald Trump.
👾Peskov stated that American affairs are not a priority for Putin, yet Putin made public comments about the US election.
