Putin congratulates Trump on U.S. Independence Day, citing historical alliance

Russian President Vladimir Putin extended congratulations to U.S. President Donald Trump on the occasion of the 250th anniversary of American independence, referencing a long history of bilateral cooperation.

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Dear Mr. President, dear Donald...

In his message, published by the Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Putin recalled Russia's historical support for the American colonies' fight for freedom from British rule. He also noted significant chapters in the two countries' relationship, including their alliance during World War II and their roles in liberating humanity from Nazism and establishing the modern world order.

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The signing of the American Declaration of Independence not only marked the beginning of your nation's existence but also became a significant milestone in world history.

Putin underscored the "special responsibility" that Russia and the United States, as the world's largest nuclear powers, share in maintaining global security and stability. He concluded the message by wishing Trump and his family good health and success, and all American citizens happiness and prosperity.

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We were allies in two world wars, together we liberated humanity from the horrors of Nazism, and then played a key role in laying the foundations of the modern world order.