Steve Rosenberg: Moscow shrugs off Trump's irritation with Putin
Published: 7/9/2025
Recent political tensions between the US and Russia have left Moscow unruffled by President Trump's criticisms of Putin. Despite Trump's frustration with Putin, Russian officials remain calm and express a desire to mend the bilateral relationship. Over the last few months, relations have cooled, marked by stalled progress in talks about ending the Ukraine war and Trump's threat of tariffs. This shift contrasts with earlier optimism in Russia about the potential for improved US-Russia ties under the Trump administration.
