Russian President Vladimir Putin said Thursday he was “ready” to hold discussions with Donald Trump, as he congratulated him on his victory in the US presidential election.

“I take this opportunity to congratulate him,” Putin said in remarks to the Valdai forum in Sochi.

Asked whether he was open to holding talks with Trump, the Russian leader said: “Ready.”

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One Direction star Payne, 31, died after falling from a hotel balcony in Argentina. 

​One Direction star Payne, 31, died after falling from a hotel balcony in Argentina.  

India accused Canada of hypocrisy regarding freedom of speech after Canada blocked an Australian publication, Australia Today, for highlighting Indian Foreign Minister S Jaishankar’s criticisms of Canada. India also stated Canada failed to provide security for Indian consular camps despite increased threats against Indian diplomats, leading to the cancellation of some camps.