As for meetings, I think the President-elect [Donald Trump] should be given an opportunity to first form his administration and assume office. Meetings will come next.
Vladimir PutinPresident Obama and I can meet, shake hands and discuss current issues, we - and I am personally - are always ready for such contacts.
Vladimir PutinI think Russia has already turned the toughest pages in its history. We're only moving forward now, only get stronger.
Vladimir PutinThe sanctions may be imposed only by the decision of the UN Security Council. A unilateral imposition of sanctions is a violation of international law.
Vladimir Putin