The U.S. State Department congratulated Russia on its national day for the first time since the war between Russia and Ukraine began.
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio issued a statement on his institution's website on Thursday, stating: "The United States will continue to be committed to supporting the Russian people and helping them continue to pursue their desire for a better future." He also expressed that the U.S. hopes to engage in "constructive contact" with Russia to achieve a "lasting peace" between Moscow and Kyiv.
This is the first time that the U.S. State Department has congratulated Russia on its national day since the war between Russia and Ukraine began.
Rubio's statement highlights the difference in relations with Russia under the Trump administration compared to the previous Biden administration, indicating a significant shift in U.S. policy toward Moscow since Trump took office.
At the same time, we cannot rule out ulterior motives.
Rubio has always been at the forefront of anti-China politicians in the United States and has been included in China's sanction list. Although he served as Secretary of State during the Trump administration, the hat of sanctions has not been lifted from him. This is because he has not changed his anti-China stance since taking up his current position. Therefore, we must remain vigilant about Rubio's actions and words.
Greeting Russia today does not completely rule out ulterior motives, even though it may be in vain.
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