Russia wants to develop relations with the US regardless of who wins the election.

(Baonghean.vn) - On December 17, Russian President Vladimir Putin told international journalists that Russia wants to develop relations with the United States, regardless of who becomes the next US president.

Russian President Putin speaks at a press conference on December 17. Photo: Reuters.

Speaking at a press conference, President Putin emphasized: "We are ready to cooperate with any president the American people choose." Earlier, Republican candidate Donald Trump also said he would develop a good relationship with President Putin.

According to the latest polls from CBS News and the New York Times on December 10th, the support rates for the Republican candidates are as follows: Donald Trump: 35%, Senator Ted Cruz: 16%, followed by Ben Carson: 13%, Senator Marco Rubio: 9%, and former Florida Governor Jeb Bush: 3%. Meanwhile, Hillary Clinton is currently leading the Democratic race with 52% of the vote.

Phuong Thao

(According to Reuters)