Trump’s Election Could Open Door for US-Russia Dialogue, Says Russian Ambassador

The election of Donald Trump presents a new opportunity for dialogue between Russia and the US, despite Washington's ongoing goal of containing Moscow, the Russian ambassador to the UN, Gennady Gatilov, in Geneva during a press briefing on November 14.

"Trump promised to settle the Ukrainian crisis overnight. OK, let's get realistic - of course we understand that this will never happen," said Gatilov. "But if he starts or suggests something to start the political process, it's welcome."

"Regardless of domestic political shifts, [Washington] consistently pursues a sense of containing Moscow ... the change of administration does little to alter it," he added. "The only shift (that) might be possible is dialogue between our countries, something that has been lacking during the last several years," he added.

In the past, Trump has praised Russian leader Vladimir Putin, calling him a "genius" and someone who "respects" him.

Donald Trump’s press secretary Karoline Leavitt stated that Trump will bring Ukraine and Russia to negotiations on his first day in the White House.