Putin Says Europe Is More Aggressive Toward Russia Than the US
The Russian president said it would be an overstatement to suggest outside actors determine certain areas of US policy, TASS reports.
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Russian President Vladimir Putin said that European governments are more aggressive toward Russia than the United States is, according to a report by TASS.
Asked about the possible influence of the European Union on US policy, Putin said he was confident it would be "excessive" to assume that outside actors determine certain areas of American policy. The remark appeared aimed at downplaying suggestions that EU pressure shapes Washington's stance toward Moscow.
TASS's report did not elaborate on which specific policy areas were under discussion or provide additional context for the remarks. The comments fit a broader pattern of statements from the Kremlin this year drawing contrasts between European and American positions on Russia, often suggesting daylight between Washington and European capitals on the issue.
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- Europe more aggressive towards Russia than US — Putin — TASS (Russia)
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