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trump-putinUS President Donald Trump has said, he wants a great relationship with Russia, but would not say if he would lift US sanctions against the country.

He said in Washington that it is very early to talk about the sanctions imposed on Russia by his predecessor. Mr Trump said, if a strong relationship can be established with Russia, it would be a great asset.

President Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin will speak today. According to the White House and Kremlin, both the leaders are expected to discuss bilateral affairs and national security in the first call since the inauguration.