Vladimir Putin holds phone talks with US President-Elect Donald Trump

Trump and Putin reportedly shared their views on combating international terrorism and extremism, and on settling the crisis in Syria, Sputnik reported.

Putin reportedly congratulated the president-elect on his victory, and wished him success. The Russian president reportedly told the US president-elect that Russia is ready to maintain constructive dialogue with the new US administration, based on principles of equal rights, mutual respect, and non-interference in the international affairs of one another.

According to the Kremlin, both stressed the importance of building a strong foundation for bilateral ties through economic development.

The year 2017 will mark 210 years since the establishment of diplomatic relations between Russia and the United States.