In a surprising turn, Russian President Vladimir Putin and U.S. President-elect Donald Trump have expressed readiness to rekindle discussions following Trump’s victory over Kamala Harris. Speaking from Sochi, Putin extended his congratulations and welcomed potential dialogue, while Trump hinted at already engaging with numerous global leaders since the election. Despite previously preferring Biden or Harris for their predictability, Putin acknowledged Trump’s courage during a near-assassination incident this past July. This new phase in U.S.-Russia relations could signal significant developments in international diplomacy.