In a twist that’s got global politicos talking, the Kremlin confirmed Thursday that Russian President Vladimir Putin hasn’t received an invitation to U.S. President-elect Donald Trump’s January 20 inauguration. Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov dropped the news, sparking questions about the future of U.S.-Russia ties under the new administration.
🤔 Why does this matter? Trump and Putin’s relationship has been under the microscope for years, with speculation about backchannel diplomacy and policy shifts. While Trump has praised Putin publicly, the absence of an invite raises eyebrows—especially after rumors swirled about warmer relations post-election.
🌍 For young geopolitics enthusiasts: This isn’t just about party invites. It’s a snapshot of the delicate dance between world leaders. Will this chill the much-discussed 'reset' in U.S.-Russia relations? Stay tuned!
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Kremlin says Putin has not received invite to Trump's inauguration
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