WASHINGTON: President Donald Trump's White House hailed Saturday his call with Russian leader Vladimir Putin as a "significant start" to better ties between Washington and Moscow, whose relations have plunged to lows not seen since the Cold War.
During the hour-long conversation, which the White House billed as a "congratulatory call" from Putin, the pair discussed cooperation against the Islamic State group.
"The positive call was a significant start to improving the relationship between the United States and Russia that is in need of repair," a White House statement read.
"Both President Trump and President Putin are hopeful that after today's call the two sides can move quickly to tackle terrorism and other important issues of mutual concern."
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